Alendronic acid Prescribing at FROME MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,731
Total Quantity
16.1K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+264.1%
FROME MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,731 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,363 to the NHS. This is 264.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
213
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,731 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,088 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,363 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +264.1% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,731 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +264.1% 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.