Alendronic acid Prescribing at BURLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,953
Total Quantity
8,068
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+160.4%
BURLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,953 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,973 to the NHS. This is 160.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
149
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,953 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,068 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,973 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +160.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,953 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +160.4% 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.