Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at WESTCROFT HEALTH CENTRE

Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

141

Total Quantity

16.0K

NHS Cost

£419

vs National Avg

-39.5%

WESTCROFT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 141 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £419 to the NHS. This is 39.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Loperamide hydrochloride is classified under Acute diarrhoea in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	141
Total Quantity	16,044
Total NHS Cost	£419
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-39.5%

Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	141 items
National average per practice	233 items
Difference	-39.5% 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.