Lactulose Prescribing at THE GROVE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
104.2K
NHS Cost
£963
vs National Avg
-50.8%
THE GROVE SURGERY prescribed 162 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £963 to the NHS. This is 50.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,220 |
| Total NHS Cost | £963 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -50.8% 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.