Lactulose Prescribing at WEST HEATH SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,429
Total Quantity
1.4M
NHS Cost
£12.9K
vs National Avg
+637.8%
WEST HEATH SURGERY prescribed 2,429 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,911 to the NHS. This is 637.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
208
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,429 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,363,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,911 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +637.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,429 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +637.8% 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.