Alendronic acid Prescribing at DORKING MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,741
Total Quantity
8,396
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+132.1%
DORKING MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,741 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,105 to the NHS. This is 132.1% 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
144
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
134
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,741 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,396 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,105 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +132.1% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,741 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +132.1% 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.