Lactulose Prescribing at CARRFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
174
Total Quantity
86.7K
NHS Cost
£819
vs National Avg
-47.1%
CARRFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 174 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £819 to the NHS. This is 47.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 174 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,714 |
| Total NHS Cost | £819 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 174 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -47.1% 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.