Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WESTWOOD ROAD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
2,911
NHS Cost
£503
vs National Avg
-58.2%
WESTWOOD ROAD SURGERY prescribed 55 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £503 to the NHS. This is 58.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 55 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,911 |
| Total NHS Cost | £503 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.2% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 55 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | -58.2% 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.