Alendronic acid Prescribing at TOPSHAM SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,774
Total Quantity
7,700
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+136.5%
TOPSHAM SURGERY prescribed 1,774 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,464 to the NHS. This is 136.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
148
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,774 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,464 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +136.5% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,774 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +136.5% 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.