Lactulose Prescribing at SHORE MEDICAL
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,674
Total Quantity
1.6M
NHS Cost
£15.1K
vs National Avg
+712.2%
SHORE MEDICAL prescribed 2,674 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,071 to the NHS. This is 712.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
194
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,674 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,618,405 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,071 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +712.2% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,674 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +712.2% 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.