Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at BLACKTHORN
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
149
Total Quantity
11.9K
NHS Cost
£394
vs National Avg
-36%
BLACKTHORN prescribed 149 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £394 to the NHS. This is 36% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 149 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,939 |
| Total NHS Cost | £394 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 149 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -36% 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.