Alendronic acid Prescribing at LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
615
Total Quantity
2,464
NHS Cost
£691
vs National Avg
-18%
LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 615 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £691 to the NHS. This is 18% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 615 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,464 |
| Total NHS Cost | £691 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 615 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -18% 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.