Lactulose Prescribing at MADEIRA MEDICAL
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
348
Total Quantity
215.8K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+5.7%
MADEIRA MEDICAL prescribed 348 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,034 to the NHS. This is 5.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 348 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 215,820 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,034 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 348 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +5.7% 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.