Alendronic acid Prescribing at NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
417
Total Quantity
3,060
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
-44.4%
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 417 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,686 to the NHS. This is 44.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 417 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,060 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,686 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 417 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -44.4% 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.