Lactulose Prescribing at BILSTON FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
187
Total Quantity
98.2K
NHS Cost
£923
vs National Avg
-43.2%
BILSTON FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 187 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £923 to the NHS. This is 43.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 187 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 98,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £923 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 187 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -43.2% 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.