Lactulose Prescribing at MOUNT AVENUE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
456
Total Quantity
247.3K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+38.5%
MOUNT AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 456 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,335 to the NHS. This is 38.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 456 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 247,336 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,335 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 456 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +38.5% 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.