Lactulose Prescribing at SOMERSET FHP O
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
185
Total Quantity
106.6K
NHS Cost
£987
vs National Avg
-43.8%
SOMERSET FHP O prescribed 185 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £987 to the NHS. This is 43.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 185 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 106,600 |
| Total NHS Cost | £987 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 185 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -43.8% 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.