Lactulose Prescribing at SUFFOLK GP FEDERATION OOH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
52.1K
NHS Cost
£500
vs National Avg
-63.6%
SUFFOLK GP FEDERATION OOH prescribed 120 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £500 to the NHS. This is 63.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 120 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,115 |
| Total NHS Cost | £500 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 120 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -63.6% 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.