Alendronic acid Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,995
Total Quantity
8,196
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+166%
ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,995 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,175 to the NHS. This is 166% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
174
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,995 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,196 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,175 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +166% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,995 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +166% 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.