Ispaghula husk Prescribing at HELIX MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
160
Total Quantity
7,180
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+21.5%
HELIX MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 160 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,263 to the NHS. This is 21.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 160 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,180 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,263 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.5% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 160 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +21.5% 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.