Lactulose Prescribing at THE CEDARS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
627
Total Quantity
382.7K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+90.5%
THE CEDARS SURGERY prescribed 627 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,546 to the NHS. This is 90.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 627 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 382,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,546 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 627 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +90.5% 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.