Ibuprofen vs Methylprednisolone acetate
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Ibuprofen and Methylprednisolone acetate were dispensed at a similar rate in March 2026 (65,888 versus 68,423 items in England).
65,888items
Ibuprofen · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
68,423items
Methylprednisolone acetate · March 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 March 2026
| Measure | Ibuprofen | Methylprednisolone acetate |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 65,888 | 68,423 |
| Items, last 12 months | 809,706 | 715,216 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £214,814 | £338,729 |
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