Alendronic acid Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,319
Total Quantity
5,512
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+75.8%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,319 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,581 to the NHS. This is 75.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
104
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,319 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,512 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,581 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,319 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +75.8% 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.