Lactulose Prescribing at ISLINGTON GP FEDERATION
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
80
Total Quantity
27.3K
NHS Cost
£266
vs National Avg
-75.7%
ISLINGTON GP FEDERATION prescribed 80 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £266 to the NHS. This is 75.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 80 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,320 |
| Total NHS Cost | £266 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -75.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 80 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -75.7% 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.