Alendronic acid Prescribing at SAFFRON GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,328
Total Quantity
5,768
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+77%
SAFFRON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,328 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,566 to the NHS. This is 77% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
117
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,328 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,768 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,566 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,328 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +77% 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.