Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,936
Total Quantity
7,852
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+158.1%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 1,936 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,485 to the NHS. This is 158.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
160
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,936 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,852 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,485 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +158.1% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,936 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +158.1% 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.