Alendronic acid Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
911
Total Quantity
4,916
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+21.4%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 911 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,946 to the NHS. This is 21.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 911 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,946 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.4% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 911 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +21.4% 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.