Lactulose Prescribing at ALVELEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
117
Total Quantity
76.7K
NHS Cost
£630
vs National Avg
-64.5%
ALVELEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 117 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £630 to the NHS. This is 64.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 117 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £630 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -64.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 117 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -64.5% 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.