Lactulose Prescribing at YETMINSTER HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
138
Total Quantity
75.4K
NHS Cost
£632
vs National Avg
-58.1%
YETMINSTER HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 138 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £632 to the NHS. This is 58.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 75,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £632 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.1% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -58.1% 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.