Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing at WILLENHAL OAK MEDICAL CENTRE

Acute diarrhoea | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

158

Total Quantity

9,688

NHS Cost

£231

vs National Avg

-32.2%

WILLENHAL OAK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 158 items of Loperamide hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £231 to the NHS. This is 32.2% 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	158
Total Quantity	9,688
Total NHS Cost	£231
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-32.2%

Loperamide hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	158 items
National average per practice	233 items
Difference	-32.2% 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.