Lactulose Prescribing at DAM HEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
197
Total Quantity
82.2K
NHS Cost
£843
vs National Avg
-40.2%
DAM HEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 197 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £843 to the NHS. This is 40.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 197 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,240 |
| Total NHS Cost | £843 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 197 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -40.2% 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.