Atomoxetine hydrochloride vs Guanfacine
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Atomoxetine hydrochloride was dispensed 1.9× as often as Guanfacine in March 2026 — 23,199 items versus 12,057 in England.
23,199items
Atomoxetine hydrochloride · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
12,057items
Guanfacine · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Atomoxetine hydrochloride versus Guanfacine: national items dispensed by month
▬ Atomoxetine hydrochloride · ╌ Guanfacine
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Atomoxetine hydrochloride | Guanfacine |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 23,199 | 12,057 |
| Items, last 12 months | 243,729 | 130,551 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £314,176 | £876,505 |
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