Ispaghula husk Prescribing at OCTAGON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
54
Total Quantity
2,910
NHS Cost
£496
vs National Avg
-59%
OCTAGON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 54 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £496 to the NHS. This is 59% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 54 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,910 |
| Total NHS Cost | £496 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 54 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | -59% 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.