Alendronic acid Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,644
Total Quantity
8,776
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+119.2%
PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,644 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,431 to the NHS. This is 119.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
128
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,644 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,776 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,431 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +119.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,644 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +119.2% 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.