Lactulose Prescribing at NORTHENDEN GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
437
Total Quantity
246.6K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+32.7%
NORTHENDEN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 437 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,320 to the NHS. This is 32.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 437 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 246,616 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,320 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 437 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +32.7% 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.