Lactulose Prescribing at BOUSFIELD SURGERY - DR SHAH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
179
Total Quantity
76.7K
NHS Cost
£729
vs National Avg
-45.6%
BOUSFIELD SURGERY - DR SHAH prescribed 179 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £729 to the NHS. This is 45.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 179 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £729 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 179 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -45.6% 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.