Risedronate sodium vs Zoledronic acid
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Risedronate sodium was dispensed 61,538.0× as often as Zoledronic acid in March 2026 — 61,538 items versus 1 in England.
61,538items
Risedronate sodium · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
1items
Zoledronic acid · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Risedronate sodium versus Zoledronic acid: national items dispensed by month
▬ Risedronate sodium · ╌ Zoledronic acid
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Risedronate sodium | Zoledronic acid |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 61,538 | 1 |
| Items, last 12 months | 741,320 | 33 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £102,616 | £174 |
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