Alendronic acid Prescribing at RIDGACRE HOUSE SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
942
Total Quantity
4,400
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+25.6%
RIDGACRE HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 942 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,698 to the NHS. This is 25.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 942 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,698 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 942 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +25.6% 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.