Lactulose Prescribing at WOODSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
613
Total Quantity
393.0K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+86.2%
WOODSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 613 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,786 to the NHS. This is 86.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 613 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 392,981 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,786 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 613 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +86.2% 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.