Lactulose Prescribing at FROME MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
685
Total Quantity
399.2K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+108.1%
FROME MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 685 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,719 to the NHS. This is 108.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 685 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 399,208 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,719 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +108.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 685 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +108.1% vs national average |
Explore More
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.