Ispaghula husk Prescribing at WHITLEY BAY HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
286
Total Quantity
21.0K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+117.1%
WHITLEY BAY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 286 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,714 to the NHS. This is 117.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 286 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,950 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,714 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +117.1% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 286 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +117.1% 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.