Lactulose Prescribing at PETERSFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
70
Total Quantity
27.4K
NHS Cost
£262
vs National Avg
-78.7%
PETERSFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 70 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £262 to the NHS. This is 78.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 70 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £262 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -78.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 70 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -78.7% 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.