Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR.
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
338
Total Quantity
25.3K
NHS Cost
£695
vs National Avg
+45.1%
BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 338 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £695 to the NHS. This is 45.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,316 |
| Total NHS Cost | £695 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.1% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +45.1% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.