Alendronic acid Prescribing at DERWENT VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
850
Total Quantity
5,160
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+13.3%
DERWENT VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 850 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,386 to the NHS. This is 13.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 850 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,386 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.3% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 850 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +13.3% 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.