Empagliflozin vs Tirzepatide
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Empagliflozin and Tirzepatide were dispensed at a similar rate in May 2026 (323,972 versus 315,604 items in England).
323,972items
Empagliflozin · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
315,604items
Tirzepatide · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Empagliflozin versus Tirzepatide: national items dispensed by month
▬ Empagliflozin · ╌ Tirzepatide
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Empagliflozin | Tirzepatide |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 323,972 | 315,604 |
| Items, last 12 months | 4,615,976 | 3,302,131 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £12,500,182 | £73,605,029 |
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