Alendronic acid Prescribing at UPPER EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,091

Total Quantity

4,384

NHS Cost

£1.1K

vs National Avg

+45.4%

UPPER EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,091 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,103 to the NHS. This is 45.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

102

Jun 2026

120

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,091
Total Quantity	4,384
Total NHS Cost	£1,103
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+45.4%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,091 items
National average per practice	750 items
Difference	+45.4% 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.