Other non-opioid analgesic preparations vs Paracetamol
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Paracetamol was dispensed 115,022.1× as often as Other non-opioid analgesic preparations in May 2026 — 1,265,243 items versus 11 in England.
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Other non-opioid analgesic preparations · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Paracetamol · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Other non-opioid analgesic preparations versus Paracetamol: national items dispensed by month
▬ Other non-opioid analgesic preparations · ╌ Paracetamol
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Other non-opioid analgesic preparations | Paracetamol |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 11 | 1,265,243 |
| Items, last 12 months | 182 | 15,709,047 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £130 | £5,475,885 |
See the full profile for Other non-opioid analgesic preparations or Paracetamol.