Lactulose Prescribing at THE LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
581
Total Quantity
333.6K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+76.5%
THE LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 581 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,091 to the NHS. This is 76.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 581 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 333,560 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,091 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.5% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 581 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +76.5% 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.