Alendronic acid Prescribing at THURSBY SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
420
Total Quantity
1,716
NHS Cost
£502
vs National Avg
-44%
THURSBY SURGERY prescribed 420 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £502 to the NHS. This is 44% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,716 |
| Total NHS Cost | £502 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | -44% 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.