Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at MARKET SURGERY
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
494
Total Quantity
32.0K
NHS Cost
£981
vs National Avg
+112.1%
MARKET SURGERY prescribed 494 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £981 to the NHS. This is 112.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 494 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,966 |
| Total NHS Cost | £981 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.1% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 494 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +112.1% 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.