Lactulose Prescribing at THE FORELAND MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
115
Total Quantity
52.9K
NHS Cost
£504
vs National Avg
-65.1%
THE FORELAND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 115 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £504 to the NHS. This is 65.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 115 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,860 |
| Total NHS Cost | £504 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 115 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -65.1% 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.