Lactulose Prescribing at IGHTENHILL MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
157
Total Quantity
76.7K
NHS Cost
£723
vs National Avg
-52.3%
IGHTENHILL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 157 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £723 to the NHS. This is 52.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 157 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £723 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 157 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -52.3% 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.