Alendronic acid Prescribing at BUCKDEN SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,587
Total Quantity
6,352
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+111.6%
BUCKDEN SURGERY prescribed 1,587 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,508 to the NHS. This is 111.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
149
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,587 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,352 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,508 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,587 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +111.6% 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.