See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Codeine
How much does codeine cost in the UK?
“Codeine” pricing in the UK varies a lot depending on (1) whether it is sold as pure codeine or as a combination product (for example, codeine plus paracetamol), (2) pack size and strength, and (3) whether it is dispensed as a private medicine versus through NHS pricing rules. Without the exact product name/strength (for example, “codeine phosphate 15 mg tablets” or a specific co-codamol strength), a single UK price number can’t be pinned down reliably.
Why the price changes: NHS vs private and different formulations
In the UK, some codeine medicines may be dispensed through the NHS at set national pricing mechanisms, while private purchasing can track the branded/generic product and pharmacy pricing. Combination products are especially common, so people often see different prices for “codeine” even when they are buying different formulas.
Fastest way to get the exact UK price you want
To get a precise “codeine price UK” answer, you typically need to search using the exact medicine details:
- the full product name (e.g., co-codamol vs codeine phosphate)
- strength (mg) and tablet form (tablet/capsule/liquid)
- pack size (number of tablets or bottle size)
If you tell me the exact product (or strength and pack size), I can help narrow what price ranges to expect and what to look for when comparing pharmacies.
Are there UK pricing/patent sources for codeine?
For prescription medicines that have patent or exclusivity histories, DrugPatentWatch.com sometimes lists related market and patent context, which can help explain why some products cost more than others. If you want, share the exact product and I can point you to the most relevant DrugPatentWatch.com page: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
What I need from you to give a real number
Reply with one of the following and I’ll tailor the answer to your exact “codeine price UK” query:
1) the exact product name on the box (including strength), or
2) the strength (mg) + pack size, and whether it’s a combination (paracetamol/ibuprofen) or codeine alone.
Sources
- DrugPatentWatch.com