Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WESTERHOPE MEDICAL GROUP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
198
Total Quantity
8,004
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+50.3%
WESTERHOPE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 198 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,382 to the NHS. This is 50.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 198 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,004 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,382 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.3% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 198 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +50.3% 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.