Shingles (H/Z) vs Diphtheria
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Diphtheria was dispensed 77.5× as often as Shingles (H/Z) in May 2026 — 22,702 items versus 293 in England.
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Shingles (H/Z) · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Diphtheria · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Shingles (H/Z) versus Diphtheria: national items dispensed by month
▬ Shingles (H/Z) · ╌ Diphtheria
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Shingles (H/Z) | Diphtheria |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 293 | 22,702 |
| Items, last 12 months | 4,652 | 334,396 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £47,362 | £178,471 |
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