Lactulose Prescribing at HOYLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
592
Total Quantity
323.0K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+79.8%
HOYLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 592 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,035 to the NHS. This is 79.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 592 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 323,000 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,035 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 592 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +79.8% 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.