Lactulose Prescribing at THE LIMES SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
284
Total Quantity
170.0K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-13.7%
THE LIMES SURGERY prescribed 284 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,580 to the NHS. This is 13.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 284 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 169,950 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,580 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.7% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 284 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -13.7% 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.