Lactulose Prescribing at FISHERMEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
198
Total Quantity
105.5K
NHS Cost
£998
vs National Avg
-39.9%
FISHERMEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 198 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £998 to the NHS. This is 39.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 198 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,450 |
| Total NHS Cost | £998 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 198 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -39.9% 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.