Lactulose Prescribing at CASTLE HEALTHCARE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
514
Total Quantity
346.5K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+56.1%
CASTLE HEALTHCARE PRACTICE prescribed 514 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,256 to the NHS. This is 56.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 514 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 346,476 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,256 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 514 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +56.1% 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.