Lactulose Prescribing at LIMEFIELD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
171
Total Quantity
79.3K
NHS Cost
£744
vs National Avg
-48.1%
LIMEFIELD SURGERY prescribed 171 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £744 to the NHS. This is 48.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 171 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 79,303 |
| Total NHS Cost | £744 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 171 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -48.1% 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.