Lactulose Prescribing at HERRINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
151
Total Quantity
85.4K
NHS Cost
£789
vs National Avg
-54.1%
HERRINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 151 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £789 to the NHS. This is 54.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 151 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 85,430 |
| Total NHS Cost | £789 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 151 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -54.1% 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.