Carbamazepine vs Sodium valproate
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Carbamazepine and Sodium valproate were dispensed at a similar rate in May 2026 (160,912 versus 163,094 items in England).
160,912items
Carbamazepine · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
163,094items
Sodium valproate · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Carbamazepine versus Sodium valproate: national items dispensed by month
▬ Carbamazepine · ╌ Sodium valproate
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Carbamazepine | Sodium valproate |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 160,912 | 163,094 |
| Items, last 12 months | 2,009,412 | 2,058,845 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £1,010,159 | £2,585,679 |
See the full profile for Carbamazepine or Sodium valproate.