Lactulose Prescribing at MARKS GATE HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
172
Total Quantity
88.5K
NHS Cost
£834
vs National Avg
-47.8%
MARKS GATE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 172 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £834 to the NHS. This is 47.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 172 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,520 |
| Total NHS Cost | £834 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 172 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -47.8% 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.