Lactulose Prescribing at DR VM PATEL
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
82.8K
NHS Cost
£779
vs National Avg
-63.6%
DR VM PATEL prescribed 120 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £779 to the NHS. This is 63.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 120 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,760 |
| Total NHS Cost | £779 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 120 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -63.6% 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.