Alendronic acid Prescribing at STOWHEALTH

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
2,228
Total Quantity
8,920
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+197%

STOWHEALTH prescribed 2,228 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,947 to the NHS. This is 197% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
165

Prescribing Details

Total Items2,228
Total Quantity8,920
Total NHS Cost£2,947
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+197%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice2,228 items
National average per practice750 items
Difference+197% vs national average
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.