Alendronic acid Prescribing at CASTLE PLACE PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,338
Total Quantity
6,768
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+78.4%
CASTLE PLACE PRACTICE prescribed 1,338 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,052 to the NHS. This is 78.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
108
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,768 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,052 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +78.4% 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.