Lactulose Prescribing at ALTRINCHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
202
Total Quantity
105.2K
NHS Cost
£989
vs National Avg
-38.6%
ALTRINCHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 202 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £989 to the NHS. This is 38.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 202 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,220 |
| Total NHS Cost | £989 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 202 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -38.6% 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.