Lactulose Prescribing at SYMPHONY NORTH HEALTHCARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
503
Total Quantity
317.8K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+52.8%
SYMPHONY NORTH HEALTHCARE prescribed 503 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,974 to the NHS. This is 52.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 503 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 317,820 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,974 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 503 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +52.8% 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.