Lactulose Prescribing at RICHMOND LOCK SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
182
Total Quantity
80.4K
NHS Cost
£749
vs National Avg
-44.7%
RICHMOND LOCK SURGERY prescribed 182 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £749 to the NHS. This is 44.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 182 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £749 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 182 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -44.7% 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.