Lactulose Prescribing at OAKFIELD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
175
Total Quantity
93.2K
NHS Cost
£868
vs National Avg
-46.8%
OAKFIELD SURGERY prescribed 175 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £868 to the NHS. This is 46.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 175 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 93,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £868 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -46.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 175 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -46.8% 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.