Alendronic acid Prescribing at HILLCREST SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
520
Total Quantity
3,176
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-30.7%
HILLCREST SURGERY prescribed 520 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,085 to the NHS. This is 30.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 520 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,176 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,085 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.7% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 520 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -30.7% 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.