Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CHARNWOOD PRACTICE

Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

156

Total Quantity

9,172

NHS Cost

£347

vs National Avg

-33%

THE CHARNWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 156 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £347 to the NHS. This is 33% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	156
Total Quantity	9,172
Total NHS Cost	£347
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-33%

Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	156 items
National average per practice	233 items
Difference	-33% 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.