Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH
Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
542
Total Quantity
43.2K
NHS Cost
£976
vs National Avg
+132.7%
WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH prescribed 542 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £976 to the NHS. This is 132.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 542 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,228 |
| Total NHS Cost | £976 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +132.7% |
Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 542 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 233 items |
| Difference | +132.7% 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.