Alendronic acid Prescribing at EMPINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,122
Total Quantity
4,496
NHS Cost
£1.0K
vs National Avg
+49.6%
EMPINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,122 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,046 to the NHS. This is 49.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
98
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,122 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,046 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,122 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +49.6% 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.