Lactulose Prescribing at MARDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
676
Total Quantity
386.1K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+105.3%
MARDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 676 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,632 to the NHS. This is 105.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 676 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 386,100 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,632 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +105.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 676 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +105.3% 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.