Alendronic acid Prescribing at WEST MEADS SURGERY
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
917
Total Quantity
4,944
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+22.2%
WEST MEADS SURGERY prescribed 917 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,119 to the NHS. This is 22.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 917 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,944 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,119 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.2% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 917 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +22.2% 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.