Alendronic acid Prescribing at DEAN CROSS SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
846
Total Quantity
4,956
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+12.8%
DEAN CROSS SURGERY prescribed 846 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,623 to the NHS. This is 12.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 846 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,623 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 846 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +12.8% 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.