Lactulose Prescribing at NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
705
Total Quantity
422.8K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+114.1%
NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 705 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,823 to the NHS. This is 114.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 705 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 422,770 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,823 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +114.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 705 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +114.1% 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.