Lactulose Prescribing at HAMPSTEAD GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
517
Total Quantity
284.0K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+57%
HAMPSTEAD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 517 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,660 to the NHS. This is 57% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 517 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 283,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,660 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 517 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +57% 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.