Lactulose Prescribing at ASTLEY GENERAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
84
Total Quantity
38.4K
NHS Cost
£357
vs National Avg
-74.5%
ASTLEY GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 84 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £357 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
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 84 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £357 |
| Presentations | 1 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.