Lactulose Prescribing at NORTH CROYDON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
214
Total Quantity
113.4K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-35%
NORTH CROYDON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 214 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,075 to the NHS. This is 35% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 214 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,350 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,075 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 214 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -35% vs national average |
Explore More
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.