Trientine dihydrochloride vs Betaine anhydrous
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Betaine anhydrous was dispensed 2.0× as often as Trientine dihydrochloride in June 2026 — 6 items versus 3 in England.
3items
Trientine dihydrochloride · June 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
6items
Betaine anhydrous · June 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Trientine dihydrochloride versus Betaine anhydrous: national items dispensed by month
▬ Trientine dihydrochloride · ╌ Betaine anhydrous
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to June 2026
| Measure | Trientine dihydrochloride | Betaine anhydrous |
|---|---|---|
| Items, June 2026 | 3 | 6 |
| Items, last 12 months | 36 | 97 |
| Net ingredient cost, June 2026 | £21,373 | £3,904 |
See the full profile for Trientine dihydrochloride or Betaine anhydrous.