Lactulose Prescribing at WHITEFIELD HEALTHCARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
145
Total Quantity
62.2K
NHS Cost
£580
vs National Avg
-56%
WHITEFIELD HEALTHCARE prescribed 145 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £580 to the NHS. This is 56% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 145 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £580 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 145 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -56% 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.