Alendronic acid Prescribing at MARKET SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,797
Total Quantity
7,225
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+139.6%
MARKET SURGERY prescribed 1,797 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,421 to the NHS. This is 139.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
158
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,797 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,225 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,421 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,797 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +139.6% 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.