Alendronic acid Prescribing at RIVERSDALE SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
934
Total Quantity
6,664
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+24.5%
RIVERSDALE SURGERY prescribed 934 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,227 to the NHS. This is 24.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 934 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,664 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,227 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.5% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 934 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +24.5% 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.