Lactulose Prescribing at FRIARSGATE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
727
Total Quantity
466.2K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
+120.8%
FRIARSGATE PRACTICE prescribed 727 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,315 to the NHS. This is 120.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 727 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 466,230 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,315 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +120.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 727 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +120.8% 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.