Lactulose Prescribing at OAK TREE HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
140
Total Quantity
77.8K
NHS Cost
£730
vs National Avg
-57.5%
OAK TREE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 140 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £730 to the NHS. This is 57.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 140 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,820 |
| Total NHS Cost | £730 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 140 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -57.5% 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.