Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at FAMILY SURGERY
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
548
Total Quantity
33.2K
NHS Cost
£806
vs National Avg
+135.3%
FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 548 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £806 to the NHS. This is 135.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 548 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,208 |
| Total NHS Cost | £806 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +135.3% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 548 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +135.3% 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.