Thalidomide (Antileprotic) vs Nitrofurantoin
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Nitrofurantoin was dispensed 121,726.0× as often as Thalidomide (Antileprotic) in May 2026 — 365,178 items versus 3 in England.
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Thalidomide (Antileprotic) · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Nitrofurantoin · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Thalidomide (Antileprotic) versus Nitrofurantoin: national items dispensed by month
▬ Thalidomide (Antileprotic) · ╌ Nitrofurantoin
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Thalidomide (Antileprotic) | Nitrofurantoin |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 3 | 365,178 |
| Items, last 12 months | 6 | 4,430,765 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £377 | £2,460,349 |
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