Lactulose Prescribing at PENNFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
185
Total Quantity
101.9K
NHS Cost
£930
vs National Avg
-43.8%
PENNFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 185 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £930 to the NHS. This is 43.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 185 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 101,895 |
| Total NHS Cost | £930 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 185 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -43.8% 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.