Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at PORTCHESTER PRACTICE
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
211
Total Quantity
24.5K
NHS Cost
£521
vs National Avg
-9.4%
PORTCHESTER PRACTICE prescribed 211 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £521 to the NHS. This is 9.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 211 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,516 |
| Total NHS Cost | £521 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -9.4% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 211 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -9.4% 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.