Alendronic acid Prescribing at CHALGROVE & WATLINGTON SURGERIES
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,011
Total Quantity
6,400
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+34.8%
CHALGROVE & WATLINGTON SURGERIES prescribed 1,011 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,701 to the NHS. This is 34.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,011 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,701 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,011 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +34.8% 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.