Ciprofloxacin vs Aciclovir
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Ciprofloxacin was dispensed 9.6× as often as Aciclovir in May 2026 — 2,771 items versus 290 in England.
2,771items
Ciprofloxacin · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
290items
Aciclovir · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Ciprofloxacin versus Aciclovir: national items dispensed by month
▬ Ciprofloxacin · ╌ Aciclovir
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Ciprofloxacin | Aciclovir |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 2,771 | 290 |
| Items, last 12 months | 40,451 | 3,815 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £15,026 | £14,273 |
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