Alendronic acid Prescribing at LUSON
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
719
Total Quantity
3,704
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-4.2%
LUSON prescribed 719 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,129 to the NHS. This is 4.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 719 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,704 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,129 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 719 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -4.2% 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.