Ispaghula husk Prescribing at THE WAPPING GROUP PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,300

NHS Cost

£566

vs National Avg

-56%

THE WAPPING GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 58 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £566 to the NHS. This is 56% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	58
Total Quantity	3,300
Total NHS Cost	£566
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-56%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	58 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	-56% 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.