Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WEST HEATH SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
223
Total Quantity
12.8K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+69.3%
WEST HEATH SURGERY prescribed 223 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,197 to the NHS. This is 69.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 223 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,836 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,197 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.3% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 223 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +69.3% 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.