Alverine citrate vs Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Alverine citrate was dispensed 5.4× as often as Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations in April 2026 — 17,217 items versus 3,216 in England.
17,217items
Alverine citrate · April 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
3,216items
Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations · April 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 April 2026
| Measure | Alverine citrate | Mebeverine hydrochloride compound preparations |
|---|---|---|
| Items, April 2026 | 17,217 | 3,216 |
| Items, last 12 months | 211,358 | 40,417 |
| Net ingredient cost, April 2026 | £89,901 | £180,846 |
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