Alendronic acid Prescribing at BANCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,125

Total Quantity

5,180

NHS Cost

£1.5K

vs National Avg

+50%

BANCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,125 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,476 to the NHS. This is 50% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

101

Jun 2026

108

Jun 2026

102

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,125
Total Quantity	5,180
Total NHS Cost	£1,476
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+50%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,125 items
National average per practice	750 items
Difference	+50% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.