Ispaghula husk Prescribing at YORK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,056

NHS Cost

£634

vs National Avg

-59.8%

YORK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 53 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £634 to the NHS. This is 59.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	53
Total Quantity	3,056
Total NHS Cost	£634
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-59.8%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	53 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	-59.8% 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.