Lactulose Prescribing at THE BIRCHES MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
104
Total Quantity
44.3K
NHS Cost
£419
vs National Avg
-68.4%
THE BIRCHES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 104 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £419 to the NHS. This is 68.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 104 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,250 |
| Total NHS Cost | £419 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -68.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 104 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -68.4% 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.