Lactulose Prescribing at LITCHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
192
Total Quantity
112.5K
NHS Cost
£923
vs National Avg
-41.7%
LITCHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 192 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £923 to the NHS. This is 41.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 112,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £923 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -41.7% 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.