Alendronic acid Prescribing at BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,397
Total Quantity
8,448
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+86.2%
BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,397 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,226 to the NHS. This is 86.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
119
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,397 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,448 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,226 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,397 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +86.2% 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.