Heparin sodium vs Warfarin sodium
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Warfarin sodium was dispensed 57,775.5× as often as Heparin sodium in March 2026 — 231,102 items versus 4 in England.
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Heparin sodium · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Warfarin sodium · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Heparin sodium versus Warfarin sodium: national items dispensed by month
▬ Heparin sodium · ╌ Warfarin sodium
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Heparin sodium | Warfarin sodium |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 4 | 231,102 |
| Items, last 12 months | 69 | 2,849,317 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £265 | £503,703 |
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