Loratadine Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies | Respiratory System
Items (12m)
356
Total Quantity
19.8K
NHS Cost
£449
vs National Avg
+70.4%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 356 items of Loratadine over the last 12 months at a cost of £449 to the NHS. This is 70.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Loratadine is classified under Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 356 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,792 |
| Total NHS Cost | £449 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.4% |
Loratadine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 356 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 209 items |
| Difference | +70.4% 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.