Lactulose Prescribing at THURMASTON HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
441
Total Quantity
278.8K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+34%
THURMASTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 441 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,824 to the NHS. This is 34% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 441 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 278,770 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,824 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 441 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +34% 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.