Alendronic acid Prescribing at HOWDALE SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
870
Total Quantity
3,480
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+16%
HOWDALE SURGERY prescribed 870 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,061 to the NHS. This is 16% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 870 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,480 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,061 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 870 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +16% 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.