Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at OLD FORGE SURGERY
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
87
Total Quantity
4,990
NHS Cost
£418
vs National Avg
-62.6%
OLD FORGE SURGERY prescribed 87 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £418 to the NHS. This is 62.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 87 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,990 |
| Total NHS Cost | £418 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -62.6% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 87 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -62.6% 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.