Alendronic acid Prescribing at LITTLEDOWN SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
368
Total Quantity
1,936
NHS Cost
£435
vs National Avg
-50.9%
LITTLEDOWN SURGERY prescribed 368 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £435 to the NHS. This is 50.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 368 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,936 |
| Total NHS Cost | £435 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50.9% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 368 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -50.9% 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.