Lactulose Prescribing at HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
674
Total Quantity
367.5K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+104.7%
HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR. prescribed 674 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,415 to the NHS. This is 104.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 674 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 367,461 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,415 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +104.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 674 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +104.7% 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.