Lactulose Prescribing at NORVIC FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
528
Total Quantity
262.2K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+60.4%
NORVIC FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 528 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,489 to the NHS. This is 60.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 528 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 262,240 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,489 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 528 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +60.4% 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.