Lactulose Prescribing at HEYWOOD FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
212
Total Quantity
113.5K
NHS Cost
£1.0K
vs National Avg
-35.6%
HEYWOOD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 212 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,037 to the NHS. This is 35.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 212 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,037 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 212 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -35.6% 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.