Lactulose Prescribing at ST HELENS ROTA OOH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
190
Total Quantity
70.9K
NHS Cost
£663
vs National Avg
-42.3%
ST HELENS ROTA OOH prescribed 190 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £663 to the NHS. This is 42.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 190 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 70,920 |
| Total NHS Cost | £663 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 190 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -42.3% 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.