Ephedrine hydrochloride vs Phenylephrine hydrochloride
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Ephedrine hydrochloride and Phenylephrine hydrochloride were dispensed at a similar rate in September 2025 (1 versus 1 items in England).
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Ephedrine hydrochloride · September 2025
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Phenylephrine hydrochloride · September 2025
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Ephedrine hydrochloride versus Phenylephrine hydrochloride: national items dispensed by month
▬ Ephedrine hydrochloride · ╌ Phenylephrine hydrochloride
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to September 2025
| Measure | Ephedrine hydrochloride | Phenylephrine hydrochloride |
|---|---|---|
| Items, September 2025 | 1 | 1 |
| Items, last 12 months | 27 | 2 |
| Net ingredient cost, September 2025 | £92 | £4 |
See the full profile for Ephedrine hydrochloride or Phenylephrine hydrochloride.