Alendronic acid Prescribing at HEATON MERSEY MED.PRACT.
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
948
Total Quantity
4,548
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+26.4%
HEATON MERSEY MED.PRACT. prescribed 948 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,161 to the NHS. This is 26.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
92
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 948 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,161 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 948 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +26.4% 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.