Alendronic acid Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
944
Total Quantity
4,152
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+25.8%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 944 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,052 to the NHS. This is 25.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 944 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,152 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,052 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 944 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +25.8% 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.