Lactulose Prescribing at THE PENINSULA PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

185

Total Quantity

108.3K

NHS Cost

£971

vs National Avg

-43.8%

THE PENINSULA PRACTICE prescribed 185 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £971 to the NHS. This is 43.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	185
Total Quantity	108,300
Total NHS Cost	£971
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-43.8%

Lactulose Prescribing Comparison

This practice	185 items
National average per practice	329 items
Difference	-43.8% 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.