Alendronic acid Prescribing at BLACKBURN RD.MEDICAL CTR.
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,140
Total Quantity
5,036
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+52%
BLACKBURN RD.MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 1,140 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,737 to the NHS. This is 52% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
89
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,140 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,036 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,737 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,140 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +52% 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.