Lactulose Prescribing at PENROSE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
180
Total Quantity
97.9K
NHS Cost
£929
vs National Avg
-45.3%
PENROSE SURGERY prescribed 180 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £929 to the NHS. This is 45.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 180 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 97,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £929 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.3% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 180 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -45.3% 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.