Alendronic acid Prescribing at NEWTON PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
582
Total Quantity
2,472
NHS Cost
£554
vs National Avg
-22.4%
NEWTON PRACTICE prescribed 582 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £554 to the NHS. This is 22.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 582 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,472 |
| Total NHS Cost | £554 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 582 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -22.4% 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.