Lactulose Prescribing at CHALKHILL FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
348
Total Quantity
231.1K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+5.7%
CHALKHILL FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 348 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,139 to the NHS. This is 5.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 348 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 231,120 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,139 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 348 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +5.7% 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.