Lactulose Prescribing at DR CJ SHIMMINS & PARTNERS
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
556
Total Quantity
318.1K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+68.9%
DR CJ SHIMMINS & PARTNERS prescribed 556 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,030 to the NHS. This is 68.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 556 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 318,096 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,030 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 556 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +68.9% 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.