Alverine citrate vs Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Alverine citrate was dispensed 5.5× as often as Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations in May 2026 — 16,767 items versus 3,055 in England.
16,767items
Alverine citrate · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
3,055items
Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations · May 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 May 2026
| Measure | Alverine citrate | Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 16,767 | 3,055 |
| Items, last 12 months | 210,492 | 39,943 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £87,260 | £171,557 |
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