Lactulose Prescribing at WEST DERBY MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
928
Total Quantity
477.4K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+181.9%
WEST DERBY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 928 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,604 to the NHS. This is 181.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 928 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 477,425 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,604 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +181.9% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 928 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | +181.9% 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.