Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
78
Total Quantity
4,530
NHS Cost
£804
vs National Avg
-40.8%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 78 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £804 to the NHS. This is 40.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 78 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,530 |
| Total NHS Cost | £804 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.8% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 78 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | -40.8% 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.