Ispaghula husk Prescribing at THE STRAND MEDICAL CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

164

Total Quantity

7,032

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

+24.5%

THE STRAND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 164 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,230 to the NHS. This is 24.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	164
Total Quantity	7,032
Total NHS Cost	£1,230
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+24.5%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	164 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	+24.5% 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.