Lactulose Prescribing at STONECROSS AND WEST DRIVE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
191
Total Quantity
84.6K
NHS Cost
£766
vs National Avg
-42%
STONECROSS AND WEST DRIVE SURGERY prescribed 191 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £766 to the NHS. This is 42% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 191 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 84,600 |
| Total NHS Cost | £766 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 191 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -42% 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.