Lactulose Prescribing at CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
771
Total Quantity
404.7K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+134.2%
CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 771 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,812 to the NHS. This is 134.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 771 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 404,650 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,812 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +134.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 771 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +134.2% 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.