Alendronic acid Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,778
Total Quantity
7,568
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+137%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,778 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,114 to the NHS. This is 137% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
137
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,778 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,568 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,114 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +137% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,778 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +137% 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.