Ispaghula husk Prescribing at MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,103

NHS Cost

£699

vs National Avg

-42.3%

MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 76 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £699 to the NHS. This is 42.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	76
Total Quantity	4,103
Total NHS Cost	£699
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-42.3%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	76 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	-42.3% 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.