Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,032
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+170.9%
THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,032 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,219 to the NHS. This is 170.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
175
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,032 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,952 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,219 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +170.9% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,032 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +170.9% 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.