Alendronic acid Prescribing at NUFFIELD HEALTH CENTRE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,115

Total Quantity

7,456

NHS Cost

£1.9K

vs National Avg

+48.6%

NUFFIELD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,115 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,852 to the NHS. This is 48.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

108

Jul 2026

102

Jul 2026

100

Jul 2026

112

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,115
Total Quantity	7,456
Total NHS Cost	£1,852
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+48.6%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,115 items
National average per practice	750 items
Difference	+48.6% 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.