Lactulose Prescribing at WESTSEVEN GP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
121
Total Quantity
63.5K
NHS Cost
£599
vs National Avg
-63.2%
WESTSEVEN GP prescribed 121 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £599 to the NHS. This is 63.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 121 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £599 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 121 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -63.2% 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.