Lactulose Prescribing at SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
783
Total Quantity
388.7K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+137.8%
SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 783 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,610 to the NHS. This is 137.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 783 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 388,654 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,610 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +137.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 783 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +137.8% 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.