Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at FOWEY RIVER PRACTICE
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
359
Total Quantity
25.9K
NHS Cost
£965
vs National Avg
+54.1%
FOWEY RIVER PRACTICE prescribed 359 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £965 to the NHS. This is 54.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 359 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,942 |
| Total NHS Cost | £965 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.1% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 359 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +54.1% 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.