Ispaghula husk Prescribing at HELSBY HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
228
Total Quantity
12.8K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+73.1%
HELSBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 228 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,198 to the NHS. This is 73.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 228 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,826 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,198 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.1% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 228 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +73.1% 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.