Lactulose Prescribing at SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
207
Total Quantity
89.3K
NHS Cost
£838
vs National Avg
-37.1%
SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 207 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £838 to the NHS. This is 37.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 207 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 89,300 |
| Total NHS Cost | £838 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 207 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -37.1% 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.