Alverine citrate vs Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations
Alverine citrate was dispensed 5.2× as often as Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations in March 2026 — 17,311 items versus 3,355 in England.
17,311items
Alverine citrate · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
3,355items
Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Alverine citrate versus Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations: national items dispensed by month
▬ Alverine citrate · ╌ Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Alverine citrate | Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 17,311 | 3,355 |
| Items, last 12 months | 210,472 | 40,655 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £98,099 | £187,760 |
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