Alendronic acid Prescribing at CHAPEL LANE SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,767
Total Quantity
7,712
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+135.6%
CHAPEL LANE SURGERY prescribed 1,767 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,836 to the NHS. This is 135.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
145
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,767 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,712 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,836 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +135.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,767 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +135.6% 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.