Lactulose Prescribing at WITHNELL HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
183
Total Quantity
75.0K
NHS Cost
£704
vs National Avg
-44.4%
WITHNELL HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 183 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £704 to the NHS. This is 44.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 183 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £704 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 183 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -44.4% 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.