Alendronic acid Prescribing at SOUTHBOURNE SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
995
Total Quantity
5,616
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+32.6%
SOUTHBOURNE SURGERY prescribed 995 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,448 to the NHS. This is 32.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 995 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,616 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,448 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 995 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +32.6% 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.