Alendronic acid Prescribing at WATERBEACH AND COTTENHAM SURGERIES
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
759
Total Quantity
3,328
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+1.2%
WATERBEACH AND COTTENHAM SURGERIES prescribed 759 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,790 to the NHS. This is 1.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 759 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,328 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,790 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 759 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +1.2% 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.