Lactulose Prescribing at ASHVILLE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
547
Total Quantity
329.4K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+66.2%
ASHVILLE SURGERY prescribed 547 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,067 to the NHS. This is 66.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 547 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 329,410 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,067 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 547 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +66.2% 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.