Lactulose Prescribing at MIDDLETON HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
192
Total Quantity
94.4K
NHS Cost
£926
vs National Avg
-41.7%
MIDDLETON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 192 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £926 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
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 94,368 |
| Total NHS Cost | £926 |
| Presentations | 2 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.