Alendronic acid Prescribing at NEWTONS PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,026
Total Quantity
6,240
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+36.8%
NEWTONS PRACTICE prescribed 1,026 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,070 to the NHS. This is 36.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,026 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,240 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,070 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +36.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,026 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +36.8% 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.