Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
577
Total Quantity
3,876
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-23.1%
THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 577 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,141 to the NHS. This is 23.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 577 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,876 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,141 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.1% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 577 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -23.1% 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.