Guaifenesin vs Glycerol
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Guaifenesin was dispensed 9.9× as often as Glycerol in May 2026 — 99 items versus 10 in England.
99items
Guaifenesin · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
10items
Glycerol · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Guaifenesin versus Glycerol: national items dispensed by month
▬ Guaifenesin · ╌ Glycerol
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Guaifenesin | Glycerol |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 99 | 10 |
| Items, last 12 months | 1,416 | 202 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £535 | £55 |
See the full profile for Guaifenesin or Glycerol.