Alendronic acid Prescribing at HOUGHTON MEDICAL GROUP,

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,157

Total Quantity

6,720

NHS Cost

£1.8K

vs National Avg

+54.2%

HOUGHTON MEDICAL GROUP, prescribed 1,157 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,759 to the NHS. This is 54.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

104

Jul 2026

109

Jul 2026

110

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,157
Total Quantity	6,720
Total NHS Cost	£1,759
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+54.2%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,157 items
National average per practice	750 items
Difference	+54.2% 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.