Alendronic acid Prescribing at HERRINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
989
Total Quantity
4,844
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+31.8%
HERRINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 989 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,265 to the NHS. This is 31.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 989 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,844 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,265 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 989 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +31.8% 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.