Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE 24 OOH
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
91
Total Quantity
1,697
NHS Cost
£89
vs National Avg
-60.9%
PRIMARY CARE 24 OOH prescribed 91 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £89 to the NHS. This is 60.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 91 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,697 |
| Total NHS Cost | £89 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -60.9% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 91 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | -60.9% 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.