Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
86
Total Quantity
2,489
NHS Cost
£88
vs National Avg
-63.1%
DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH prescribed 86 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £88 to the NHS. This is 63.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 86 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,489 |
| Total NHS Cost | £88 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.1% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 86 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -63.1% 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.