Alendronic acid Prescribing at LONGFORD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,057

Total Quantity

4,436

NHS Cost

£1.0K

vs National Avg

+40.9%

LONGFORD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 1,057 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,022 to the NHS. This is 40.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

107

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,057
Total Quantity	4,436
Total NHS Cost	£1,022
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+40.9%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,057 items
National average per practice	750 items
Difference	+40.9% 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.