Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at LEEK HEALTH CENTRE
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
202
Total Quantity
14.5K
NHS Cost
£469
vs National Avg
-13.3%
LEEK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 202 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £469 to the NHS. This is 13.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 202 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,470 |
| Total NHS Cost | £469 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.3% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 202 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -13.3% 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.