Ispaghula husk Prescribing at NEWTONS PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

146

Total Quantity

7,146

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

+10.8%

NEWTONS PRACTICE prescribed 146 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,224 to the NHS. This is 10.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	146
Total Quantity	7,146
Total NHS Cost	£1,224
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+10.8%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	146 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	+10.8% 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.