Alendronic acid Prescribing at WESTBOURNE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,324
Total Quantity
8,512
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+76.5%
WESTBOURNE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,324 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,473 to the NHS. This is 76.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
103
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,324 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,512 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,473 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.5% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,324 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +76.5% 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.