Lactulose Prescribing at FORGE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

132

Total Quantity

79.3K

NHS Cost

£741

vs National Avg

-59.9%

FORGE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 132 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £741 to the NHS. This is 59.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	132
Total Quantity	79,323
Total NHS Cost	£741
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-59.9%

Lactulose Prescribing Comparison

This practice	132 items
National average per practice	329 items
Difference	-59.9% 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.