Lactulose Prescribing at WELLINGTON ROAD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
718
Total Quantity
452.9K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+118.1%
WELLINGTON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 718 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,069 to the NHS. This is 118.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 718 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 452,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,069 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +118.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 718 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +118.1% 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.