Lactulose Prescribing at FAMILY FRIENDLY SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
421
Total Quantity
244.9K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+27.9%
FAMILY FRIENDLY SURGERY prescribed 421 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,307 to the NHS. This is 27.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 421 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 244,915 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,307 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 421 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +27.9% 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.