Ferrous sulfate vs Iron dextran
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Ferrous sulfate was dispensed 22,432.5× as often as Iron dextran in May 2026 — 336,487 items versus 15 in England.
336,487items
Ferrous sulfate · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
15items
Iron dextran · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Ferrous sulfate versus Iron dextran: national items dispensed by month
▬ Ferrous sulfate · ╌ Iron dextran
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Ferrous sulfate | Iron dextran |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 336,487 | 15 |
| Items, last 12 months | 4,037,407 | 232 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £545,211 | £375 |
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