Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
976
Total Quantity
5,408
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+30.1%
THE LIGHTHOUSE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 976 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,219 to the NHS. This is 30.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
79
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 976 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,408 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,219 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.1% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 976 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +30.1% 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.