Lactulose Prescribing at CHARNOCK HEALTH PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
623
Total Quantity
391.4K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+89.2%
CHARNOCK HEALTH PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 623 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,619 to the NHS. This is 89.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 623 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 391,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,619 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 623 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +89.2% 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.