Alendronic acid Prescribing at BISHOPS WALTHAM SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,876
Total Quantity
7,564
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+150.1%
BISHOPS WALTHAM SURGERY prescribed 1,876 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,835 to the NHS. This is 150.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
143
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,876 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,564 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,835 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +150.1% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,876 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +150.1% 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.