Ispaghula husk Prescribing at THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,990

NHS Cost

£658

vs National Avg

-42.3%

THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY prescribed 76 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £658 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	3,990
Total NHS Cost	£658
Presentations	6 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.