Lactulose Prescribing at ECCLESFIELD GROUP PRACT
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
472
Total Quantity
353.4K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+43.4%
ECCLESFIELD GROUP PRACT prescribed 472 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,301 to the NHS. This is 43.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 472 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 353,430 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,301 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 472 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +43.4% vs national average |
Explore More
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.