Lactulose Prescribing at THATCHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
431
Total Quantity
291.6K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+30.9%
THATCHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 431 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,689 to the NHS. This is 30.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 431 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 291,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,689 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 431 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +30.9% 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.