Alendronic acid Prescribing at NEWTON SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
645
Total Quantity
3,244
NHS Cost
£744
vs National Avg
-14%
NEWTON SURGERY prescribed 645 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £744 to the NHS. This is 14% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 645 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,244 |
| Total NHS Cost | £744 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 645 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -14% 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.