Alendronic acid Prescribing at DEVONPORT HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
869
Total Quantity
3,568
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+15.8%
DEVONPORT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 869 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,096 to the NHS. This is 15.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 869 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,568 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,096 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 869 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +15.8% 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.