Lactulose Prescribing at WEST POTTERGATE MED PRAC
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
190
Total Quantity
100.3K
NHS Cost
£921
vs National Avg
-42.3%
WEST POTTERGATE MED PRAC prescribed 190 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £921 to the NHS. This is 42.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 190 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 100,280 |
| Total NHS Cost | £921 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 190 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -42.3% 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.