Lactulose Prescribing at WESTCOTES GP SURGERY (ONE)
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
87
Total Quantity
42.6K
NHS Cost
£390
vs National Avg
-73.6%
WESTCOTES GP SURGERY (ONE) prescribed 87 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £390 to the NHS. This is 73.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 87 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £390 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -73.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 87 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -73.6% 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.