Lactulose Prescribing at CHINGFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
469
Total Quantity
289.7K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+42.5%
CHINGFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 469 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,741 to the NHS. This is 42.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 469 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 289,720 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,741 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 469 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +42.5% 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.