Lactulose Prescribing at THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
254
Total Quantity
124.5K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-22.8%
THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 254 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,198 to the NHS. This is 22.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 254 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 124,464 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,198 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 254 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -22.8% 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.