Dithranol vs Tacrolimus
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Tacrolimus was dispensed 19,634.5× as often as Dithranol in May 2026 — 39,269 items versus 2 in England.
2items
Dithranol · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
39,269items
Tacrolimus · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Dithranol versus Tacrolimus: national items dispensed by month
▬ Dithranol · ╌ Tacrolimus
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Dithranol | Tacrolimus |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 2 | 39,269 |
| Items, last 12 months | 35 | 441,873 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £1,547 | £1,414,212 |
See the full profile for Dithranol or Tacrolimus.