Alendronic acid Prescribing at FRIARSGATE PRACTICE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
1,786
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+138.1%

FRIARSGATE PRACTICE prescribed 1,786 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,105 to the NHS. This is 138.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
152

Prescribing Details

Total Items1,786
Total Quantity12,232
Total NHS Cost£3,105
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+138.1%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice1,786 items
National average per practice750 items
Difference+138.1% vs national average
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.