Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
693
Total Quantity
44.0K
NHS Cost
£980
vs National Avg
+197.6%
ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 693 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £980 to the NHS. This is 197.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 693 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,024 |
| Total NHS Cost | £980 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +197.6% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 693 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +197.6% 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.