Cholesterol vs Sodium benzoate
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Sodium benzoate was dispensed 20.0× as often as Cholesterol in May 2026 — 20 items versus 1 in England.
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Cholesterol · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Sodium benzoate · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Cholesterol versus Sodium benzoate: national items dispensed by month
▬ Cholesterol · ╌ Sodium benzoate
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Cholesterol | Sodium benzoate |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 1 | 20 |
| Items, last 12 months | 17 | 272 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £2,664 | £4,698 |
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