Lactulose Prescribing at NORTHAM SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
503
Total Quantity
333.6K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+52.8%
NORTHAM SURGERY prescribed 503 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,100 to the NHS. This is 52.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 503 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 333,580 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,100 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 503 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +52.8% 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.