No, it is widely available without a prescription from all good pharmacies and supermarkets.
Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment sells for the recommended retail price of £3.49 although this will vary from retailer to retailer. (Remember, one tube goes a long way as you only need a pea-sized amount for each application).
Asda, Boots, Morrisons, Sainsburys Pharmacy, Tesco, Waitrose, independent pharmacies and online at www.pharmacy2u.co.uk, www.expresschemist.co.uk and www.boots.com
Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment is a medicine. Always read the label.