Alendronic acid Prescribing at TOWNHEAD SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,529
Total Quantity
6,140
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+103.8%
TOWNHEAD SURGERY prescribed 1,529 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,374 to the NHS. This is 103.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
134
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,529 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,140 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,374 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +103.8% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,529 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +103.8% 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.