Mercaptopurine vs Palbociclib
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Mercaptopurine was dispensed 4,014.0× as often as Palbociclib in June 2026 — 4,014 items versus 1 in England.
4,014items
Mercaptopurine · June 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
1items
Palbociclib · June 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Mercaptopurine versus Palbociclib: national items dispensed by month
▬ Mercaptopurine · ╌ Palbociclib
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to June 2026
| Measure | Mercaptopurine | Palbociclib |
|---|---|---|
| Items, June 2026 | 4,014 | 1 |
| Items, last 12 months | 49,799 | 3 |
| Net ingredient cost, June 2026 | £126,897 | £140 |
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