Ispaghula husk Prescribing at LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,054

NHS Cost

£762

vs National Avg

-45.3%

LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES prescribed 72 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £762 to the NHS. This is 45.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	72
Total Quantity	4,054
Total NHS Cost	£762
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-45.3%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	72 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	-45.3% 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.