Tramadol hydrochloride vs Morphine sulfate
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Tramadol hydrochloride and Morphine sulfate were dispensed at a similar rate in May 2026 (398,142 versus 404,508 items in England).
398,142items
Tramadol hydrochloride · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
404,508items
Morphine sulfate · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Tramadol hydrochloride versus Morphine sulfate: national items dispensed by month
▬ Tramadol hydrochloride · ╌ Morphine sulfate
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Tramadol hydrochloride | Morphine sulfate |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 398,142 | 404,508 |
| Items, last 12 months | 5,002,938 | 4,995,522 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £1,423,810 | £2,301,425 |
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