Alendronic acid Prescribing at OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,179
Total Quantity
8,772
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+190.5%
OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,179 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,394 to the NHS. This is 190.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,179 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,772 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,394 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +190.5% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,179 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +190.5% 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.