Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGH STREET PRACTICE
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
314
Total Quantity
22.8K
NHS Cost
£511
vs National Avg
+34.8%
HIGH STREET PRACTICE prescribed 314 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £511 to the NHS. This is 34.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 314 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,790 |
| Total NHS Cost | £511 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.8% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 314 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +34.8% 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.