Lactulose Prescribing at THE HEADLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
70
Total Quantity
23.8K
NHS Cost
£228
vs National Avg
-78.7%
THE HEADLAND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 70 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £228 to the NHS. This is 78.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 70 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £228 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -78.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 70 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -78.7% 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.