Lactulose Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE WIC
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
121
Total Quantity
45.6K
NHS Cost
£444
vs National Avg
-63.2%
SHAKESPEARE WIC prescribed 121 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £444 to the NHS. This is 63.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 121 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £444 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 121 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -63.2% 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.