Alendronic acid Prescribing at BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,459
Total Quantity
7,976
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+94.5%
BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,459 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,337 to the NHS. This is 94.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
122
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,459 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,976 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,337 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +94.5% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,459 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +94.5% 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.