Atomoxetine hydrochloride vs Guanfacine
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Atomoxetine hydrochloride was dispensed 2.0× as often as Guanfacine in May 2026 — 23,647 items versus 12,120 in England.
23,647items
Atomoxetine hydrochloride · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
12,120items
Guanfacine · May 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 May 2026
| Measure | Atomoxetine hydrochloride | Guanfacine |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 23,647 | 12,120 |
| Items, last 12 months | 254,131 | 134,829 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £274,008 | £880,385 |
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