Lactulose Prescribing at DURNFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
693
Total Quantity
342.3K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+110.5%
DURNFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 693 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,392 to the NHS. This is 110.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 693 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 342,320 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,392 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +110.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 693 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +110.5% 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.