Loratadine Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies | Respiratory System
Items (12m)
395
Total Quantity
19.7K
NHS Cost
£432
vs National Avg
+89%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 395 items of Loratadine over the last 12 months at a cost of £432 to the NHS. This is 89% above the national average prescribing rate. Loratadine is classified under Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 395 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,673 |
| Total NHS Cost | £432 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89% |
Loratadine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 395 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 209 items |
| Difference | +89% 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.