Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR.
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
157
Total Quantity
13.6K
NHS Cost
£929
vs National Avg
-32.6%
HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR. prescribed 157 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £929 to the NHS. This is 32.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 157 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,600 |
| Total NHS Cost | £929 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.6% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 157 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -32.6% 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.