Lactulose Prescribing at THE ARMADA FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
484
Total Quantity
335.0K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+47%
THE ARMADA FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 484 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,139 to the NHS. This is 47% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 484 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 335,010 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,139 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 484 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +47% 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.