Lactulose Prescribing at OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
305
Total Quantity
146.6K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
-7.4%
OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES prescribed 305 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,361 to the NHS. This is 7.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 305 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 146,640 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,361 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -7.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 305 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -7.4% 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.