Ispaghula husk Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
171
Total Quantity
8,730
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+29.8%
THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 171 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,410 to the NHS. This is 29.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 171 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,410 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.8% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 171 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +29.8% 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.