Ibuprofen vs Methylprednisolone acetate
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Ibuprofen and Methylprednisolone acetate were dispensed at a similar rate in April 2026 (63,092 versus 64,075 items in England).
63,092items
Ibuprofen · April 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
64,075items
Methylprednisolone acetate · April 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Ibuprofen versus Methylprednisolone acetate: national items dispensed by month
▬ Ibuprofen · ╌ Methylprednisolone acetate
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to April 2026
| Measure | Ibuprofen | Methylprednisolone acetate |
|---|---|---|
| Items, April 2026 | 63,092 | 64,075 |
| Items, last 12 months | 803,758 | 731,783 |
| Net ingredient cost, April 2026 | £204,290 | £318,320 |
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