Lactulose Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
617
Total Quantity
332.7K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+87.4%
THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 617 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,282 to the NHS. This is 87.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 617 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 332,670 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,282 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +87.4% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 617 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +87.4% 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.