Alendronic acid Prescribing at BARNFIELD HILL SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
866
Total Quantity
4,560
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+15.4%
BARNFIELD HILL SURGERY prescribed 866 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,501 to the NHS. This is 15.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 866 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,560 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,501 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 866 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +15.4% 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.