Ispaghula husk Prescribing at NORTH STAFFS GP FEDERATION
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
59
Total Quantity
3,048
NHS Cost
£522
vs National Avg
-55.2%
NORTH STAFFS GP FEDERATION prescribed 59 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £522 to the NHS. This is 55.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 59 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,048 |
| Total NHS Cost | £522 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.2% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 59 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | -55.2% 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.