Alendronic acid Prescribing at CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,346
Total Quantity
8,172
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+79.4%
CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,346 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,245 to the NHS. This is 79.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
97
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,346 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,172 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,245 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,346 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +79.4% 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.