Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
471
Total Quantity
3,388
NHS Cost
£765
vs National Avg
-37.2%
THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY prescribed 471 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £765 to the NHS. This is 37.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 471 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,388 |
| Total NHS Cost | £765 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 471 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -37.2% 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.