Lactulose Prescribing at NORTH STAFFS GP FEDERATION
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
278
Total Quantity
106.8K
NHS Cost
£1.0K
vs National Avg
-15.6%
NORTH STAFFS GP FEDERATION prescribed 278 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,023 to the NHS. This is 15.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 278 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 106,751 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,023 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 278 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -15.6% 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.