Tetracaine hydrochloride vs Proxymetacaine hydrochloride
Tetracaine hydrochloride was dispensed 1.1× as often as Proxymetacaine hydrochloride in March 2026 — 14 items versus 13 in England.
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Tetracaine hydrochloride · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Proxymetacaine hydrochloride · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Tetracaine hydrochloride versus Proxymetacaine hydrochloride: national items dispensed by month
▬ Tetracaine hydrochloride · ╌ Proxymetacaine hydrochloride
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Tetracaine hydrochloride | Proxymetacaine hydrochloride |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 14 | 13 |
| Items, last 12 months | 110 | 147 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £195 | £272 |
See the full profile for Tetracaine hydrochloride or Proxymetacaine hydrochloride.