Lactulose Prescribing at SOUTH WIGSTON HEALTH CTR.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
348
Total Quantity
235.1K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+5.7%
SOUTH WIGSTON HEALTH CTR. prescribed 348 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,197 to the NHS. This is 5.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 348 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 235,100 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,197 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 348 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +5.7% 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.