Alendronic acid Prescribing at HIGHER HEYS SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
223
Total Quantity
928
NHS Cost
£331
vs National Avg
-70.3%
HIGHER HEYS SURGERY prescribed 223 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £331 to the NHS. This is 70.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 223 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 928 |
| Total NHS Cost | £331 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -70.3% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 223 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -70.3% 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.