Alendronic acid Prescribing at SWANPOOL MEDICAL CENTRE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
758
Total Quantity
3,044
NHS Cost
£839
vs National Avg
+1%

SWANPOOL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 758 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £839 to the NHS. This is 1% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
62

Prescribing Details

Total Items758
Total Quantity3,044
Total NHS Cost£839
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average+1%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice758 items
National average per practice750 items
Difference+1% 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.