Other topical anaesthetic and antipruritic preparations vs Menthol
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Menthol was dispensed 4,598.0× as often as Other topical anaesthetic and antipruritic preparations in May 2026 — 18,392 items versus 4 in England.
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Other topical anaesthetic and antipruritic preparations · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
18,392items
Menthol · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Other topical anaesthetic and antipruritic preparations versus Menthol: national items dispensed by month
▬ Other topical anaesthetic and antipruritic preparations · ╌ Menthol
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Other topical anaesthetic and antipruritic preparations | Menthol |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 4 | 18,392 |
| Items, last 12 months | 49 | 212,173 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £15 | £292,252 |
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