Lactulose Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
602
Total Quantity
323.0K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+82.9%
CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 602 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,091 to the NHS. This is 82.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 602 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 322,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,091 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 602 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +82.9% 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.