Alendronic acid Prescribing at PORTCHESTER PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
992
Total Quantity
6,780
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+32.2%
PORTCHESTER PRACTICE prescribed 992 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,819 to the NHS. This is 32.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 992 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,780 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,819 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 992 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +32.2% 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.