Lactulose Prescribing at HEALTH CARE FIRST PARTNERSHIP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,259
Total Quantity
1.3M
NHS Cost
£11.9K
vs National Avg
+586.2%
HEALTH CARE FIRST PARTNERSHIP prescribed 2,259 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,936 to the NHS. This is 586.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,259 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,286,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,936 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +586.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,259 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +586.2% 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.