Alendronic acid Prescribing at GRASSENDALE MEDICAL CENTRE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
420
Total Quantity
2,064
NHS Cost
£591
vs National Avg
-44%

GRASSENDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 420 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £591 to the NHS. This is 44% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
32

Prescribing Details

Total Items420
Total Quantity2,064
Total NHS Cost£591
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average-44%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice420 items
National average per practice750 items
Difference-44% 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.