Lactulose Prescribing at THOMAS WALKER WESTGATE HEALTHCARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
637
Total Quantity
362.0K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+93.5%
THOMAS WALKER WESTGATE HEALTHCARE prescribed 637 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,599 to the NHS. This is 93.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 637 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 362,000 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,599 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +93.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 637 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +93.5% 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.