Lactulose Prescribing at CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

469

Total Quantity

261.9K

NHS Cost

£2.5K

vs National Avg

+42.5%

CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE prescribed 469 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,460 to the NHS. This is 42.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	469
Total Quantity	261,890
Total NHS Cost	£2,460
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+42.5%

Lactulose Prescribing Comparison

This practice	469 items
National average per practice	329 items
Difference	+42.5% 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.