Alendronic acid Prescribing at CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,630
Total Quantity
10.9K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+250.6%
CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY prescribed 2,630 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,173 to the NHS. This is 250.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
213
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,630 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,892 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,173 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +250.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,630 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +250.6% 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.