Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
848
Total Quantity
4,764
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+13%
THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE prescribed 848 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,464 to the NHS. This is 13% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 848 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,764 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,464 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 848 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +13% 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.