Alendronic acid Prescribing at SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,700
Total Quantity
7,012
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+126.6%
SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,700 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,138 to the NHS. This is 126.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
145
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,700 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,012 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,138 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,700 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +126.6% 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.