Lactulose Prescribing at THE WEAVERHAM SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
309
Total Quantity
137.5K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
-6.1%
THE WEAVERHAM SURGERY prescribed 309 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,286 to the NHS. This is 6.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 309 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 137,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,286 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 309 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -6.1% 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.