Lactulose Prescribing at BIGHAM ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
208
Total Quantity
84.8K
NHS Cost
£782
vs National Avg
-36.8%
BIGHAM ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 208 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £782 to the NHS. This is 36.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 208 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 84,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £782 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 208 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -36.8% 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.