Lactulose Prescribing at FERRYHILL AND CHILTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
697
Total Quantity
412.5K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
+111.7%
FERRYHILL AND CHILTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 697 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,897 to the NHS. This is 111.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 697 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 412,450 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,897 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 697 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +111.7% 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.