Risedronate sodium vs Zoledronic acid
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Risedronate sodium was dispensed 15,290.0× as often as Zoledronic acid in June 2026 — 61,160 items versus 4 in England.
61,160items
Risedronate sodium · June 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
4items
Zoledronic acid · June 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 June 2026
| Measure | Risedronate sodium | Zoledronic acid |
|---|---|---|
| Items, June 2026 | 61,160 | 4 |
| Items, last 12 months | 735,793 | 32 |
| Net ingredient cost, June 2026 | £107,097 | £518 |
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