Lactulose Prescribing at BELMONT MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
318
Total Quantity
159.4K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
-3.4%
BELMONT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 318 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,497 to the NHS. This is 3.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 318 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 159,430 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,497 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -3.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 318 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -3.4% vs national average |
Explore More
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.