Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WATERFOOT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
8,274
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+23%
WATERFOOT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 162 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,432 to the NHS. This is 23% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,274 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,432 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +23% 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.