Lactulose Prescribing at ABERCROMBY FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
676
Total Quantity
354.7K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+105.3%
ABERCROMBY FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 676 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,308 to the NHS. This is 105.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 676 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 354,650 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,308 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +105.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 676 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +105.3% 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.