Lactulose Prescribing at THE MEDICAL GROUP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
661
Total Quantity
341.9K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+100.8%
THE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 661 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,275 to the NHS. This is 100.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 661 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 341,860 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,275 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +100.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 661 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +100.8% 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.