Lactulose Prescribing at GLOUCESTER HEALTH ACCESS CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
180
Total Quantity
101.0K
NHS Cost
£953
vs National Avg
-45.3%
GLOUCESTER HEALTH ACCESS CENTRE prescribed 180 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £953 to the NHS. This is 45.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 180 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 100,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £953 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 180 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -45.3% 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.