Lactulose Prescribing at BLACKDOWN PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
126
Total Quantity
64.9K
NHS Cost
£534
vs National Avg
-61.7%
BLACKDOWN PRACTICE prescribed 126 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £534 to the NHS. This is 61.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 126 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £534 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -61.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 126 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -61.7% 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.