Alendronic acid Prescribing at STAPLOE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,328
Total Quantity
9,190
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+210.3%
STAPLOE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,328 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,567 to the NHS. This is 210.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
208
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,328 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,567 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +210.3% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,328 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +210.3% 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.