Lactulose Prescribing at THE WRITTLE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
199
Total Quantity
86.4K
NHS Cost
£795
vs National Avg
-39.6%
THE WRITTLE SURGERY prescribed 199 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £795 to the NHS. This is 39.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 199 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £795 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 199 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -39.6% 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.