Lactulose Prescribing at THE MARGARET THOMPSON MED CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
812
Total Quantity
512.8K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+146.6%
THE MARGARET THOMPSON MED CENTRE prescribed 812 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,813 to the NHS. This is 146.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 812 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 512,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,813 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +146.6% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 812 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +146.6% 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.