Cholesterol vs Mercaptamine
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Mercaptamine was dispensed 8.0× as often as Cholesterol in March 2026 — 8 items versus 1 in England.
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Cholesterol · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Mercaptamine · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Cholesterol versus Mercaptamine: national items dispensed by month
▬ Cholesterol · ╌ Mercaptamine
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Cholesterol | Mercaptamine |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 1 | 8 |
| Items, last 12 months | 17 | 102 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £10 | £1,536 |
See the full profile for Cholesterol or Mercaptamine.