Lactulose Prescribing at ELM TREE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
176
Total Quantity
104.4K
NHS Cost
£900
vs National Avg
-46.5%
ELM TREE SURGERY prescribed 176 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £900 to the NHS. This is 46.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £900 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -46.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -46.5% 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.