Alendronic acid Prescribing at MIRFIELD HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,596
Total Quantity
7,656
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+112.8%
MIRFIELD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,596 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,331 to the NHS. This is 112.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
123
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,596 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,656 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,331 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,596 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +112.8% 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.