Alendronic acid Prescribing at GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
956
Total Quantity
4,120
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+27.4%
GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL) prescribed 956 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,549 to the NHS. This is 27.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 956 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,120 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,549 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 956 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +27.4% 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.