Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WEST SOMERSET HEALTHCARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
219
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+66.3%
WEST SOMERSET HEALTHCARE prescribed 219 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,121 to the NHS. This is 66.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,054 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,121 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.3% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +66.3% 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.