Lactulose Prescribing at PALLIATIVE CARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
188
Total Quantity
39.8K
NHS Cost
£390
vs National Avg
-42.9%
PALLIATIVE CARE prescribed 188 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £390 to the NHS. This is 42.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 188 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £390 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 188 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -42.9% 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.