Lactulose Prescribing at THE POPLARS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
418
Total Quantity
236.1K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+27%
THE POPLARS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 418 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,211 to the NHS. This is 27% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 418 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 236,140 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,211 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 418 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +27% vs national average |
Explore More
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.