DR. PRADEEP AMBADAS LOTHE M.D.
Prescription History 1891733721
Internal Medicine in Wynnewood, PA
What does Dr. Lothe prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Lothe wrote 4,817 Medicare prescriptions for 98 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 461 prescriptions for 151 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Lothe prescribes.
Medications 98 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Pennsylvania prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 461 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $8.37 per fill, versus $6.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 423 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $13.16 per fill, versus $12.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 191 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $12.00 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 175 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $20.10 per fill, versus $15.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 167 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $13.09 per fill, versus $11.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 153 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $7.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 138 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $14.21 per fill, versus $9.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 137 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $17.59 per fill, versus $12.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 133 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.19 per fill, versus $14.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 129 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $4.06 per fill, versus $4.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 121 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $16.22 per fill, versus $10.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 109 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $19.77 per fill, versus $17.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 100 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $794.91 per fill, versus $796.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 96 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $34.91 per fill, versus $32.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 94 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $15.88 per fill, versus $16.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 90 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 87 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $14.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 76 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $16.52 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 74 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $5.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 72 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,156.30 per fill, versus $952.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 63 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $32.01 per fill, versus $26.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 61 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.53 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 56 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $15.76 per fill, versus $13.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 56 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 70% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $9.11 per fill, versus $7.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 56 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.60 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 52 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $4.40 per fill, versus $4.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 42 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $9.49 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 40 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.03 per fill, versus $14.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 37 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $12.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 36 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $67.43 per fill, versus $22.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 34 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.48 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 34 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $47.62 per fill, versus $31.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 32 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.19 per fill, versus $11.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 32 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.99 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 31 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.71 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 31 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $21.72 per fill, versus $14.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 31 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 65% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.17 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 31 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 83% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.55 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 30 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $12.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 30 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.94 per fill, versus $6.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 27 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $8.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 25 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.54 per fill, versus $5.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 25 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $26.69 per fill, versus $16.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 25 prescriptions for Januvia, about 73% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,420.64 per fill, versus $866.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 24 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $19.48 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 23 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $467.87 per fill, versus $554.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 23 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $23.57 per fill, versus $29.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 23 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $34.73 per fill, versus $55.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 22 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $75.77 per fill, versus $61.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 21 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $15.50 per fill, versus $15.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 21 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $17.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 20 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $26.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 20 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 37% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $23.35 per fill, versus $26.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 20 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 65% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $155.17 per fill, versus $164.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 20 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.27 per fill, versus $12.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 20 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $228.43 per fill, versus $295.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $20.02 per fill, versus $9.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $2.19 per fill, versus $7.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 19 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.06 per fill, versus $30.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 19 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 75% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $100.94 per fill, versus $46.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 18 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $7.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 18 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $55.58 per fill, versus $50.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 18 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $6.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Canagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 18 prescriptions for Invokana, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $651.97 per fill, versus $787.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 18 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 66% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $76.31 per fill, versus $42.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 17 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $30.04 per fill, versus $27.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 17 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $24.98 per fill, versus $23.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 17 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $57.52 per fill, versus $113.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 17 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $2.00 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 16 prescriptions for Entresto, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,080.43 per fill, versus $966.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 16 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $40.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $35.05 per fill, versus $22.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 16 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.28 per fill, versus $26.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 15 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.19 per fill, versus $22.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $8.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nisoldipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 15 prescriptions for Nisoldipine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $292.05 per fill, versus $262.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 15 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 25% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,435.25 per fill, versus $1,230.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 15 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.10 per fill, versus $4.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 14 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.32 per fill, versus $13.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 14 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 24% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $17.98 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 14 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $53.74 per fill, versus $83.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 13 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.11 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 13 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $17.35 per fill, versus $26.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 13 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $48.49 per fill, versus $22.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 13 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2.25 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 13 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $61.42 per fill, versus $155.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 12 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $592.17 per fill, versus $877.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $18.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 12 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.15 per fill, versus $13.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 12 prescriptions for Loperamide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.19 per fill, versus $19.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 25% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,132.38 per fill, versus $843.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 24% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.10 per fill, versus $8.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4.63 per fill, versus $7.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $524.17 per fill, versus $279.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $23.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $19.56 per fill, versus $11.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.36 per fill, versus $13.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Lothe wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.17 per fill, versus $17.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Lothe’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Lothe prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Lothe's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (461), Atorvastatin Calcium (423) and Metformin Hcl (191).
How does Dr. Lothe's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 98 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Lothe prescribes 14 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 21 about as often and 63 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Lothe prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Pennsylvania prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
