Lactulose Prescribing at ASHCHURCH SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
84
Total Quantity
51.8K
NHS Cost
£495
vs National Avg
-74.5%
ASHCHURCH SURGERY prescribed 84 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £495 to the NHS. This is 74.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 84 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,780 |
| Total NHS Cost | £495 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -74.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 84 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -74.5% 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.