Dextromethorphan hydrobromide vs Other expectorantand demulcent cough preparations
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide was dispensed 7.0× as often as Other expectorantand demulcent cough preparations in May 2026 — 112 items versus 16 in England.
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Other expectorantand demulcent cough preparations · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide versus Other expectorantand demulcent cough preparations: national items dispensed by month
▬ Dextromethorphan hydrobromide · ╌ Other expectorantand demulcent cough preparations
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Dextromethorphan hydrobromide | Other expectorantand demulcent cough preparations |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 112 | 16 |
| Items, last 12 months | 1,815 | 245 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £1,152 | £74 |
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