Ibandronic acid vs Denosumab
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Ibandronic acid and Denosumab were dispensed at a similar rate in May 2026 (10,890 versus 10,788 items in England).
10,890items
Ibandronic acid · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
10,788items
Denosumab · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Ibandronic acid versus Denosumab: national items dispensed by month
▬ Ibandronic acid · ╌ Denosumab
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Ibandronic acid | Denosumab |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 10,890 | 10,788 |
| Items, last 12 months | 144,298 | 122,862 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £328,036 | £1,911,627 |
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