Lactulose Prescribing at THE LIMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
112
Total Quantity
52.2K
NHS Cost
£484
vs National Avg
-66%
THE LIMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 112 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £484 to the NHS. This is 66% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 112 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £484 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 112 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -66% 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.