Alendronic acid Prescribing at CAYTHORPE & ANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,044
Total Quantity
7,903
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+172.5%
CAYTHORPE & ANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,044 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,662 to the NHS. This is 172.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
183
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,044 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,903 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,662 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +172.5% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,044 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +172.5% 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.