Bisacodyl Prescribing at ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
113
Total Quantity
6,640
NHS Cost
£356
vs National Avg
-13.8%
ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 113 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £356 to the NHS. This is 13.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 113 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,640 |
| Total NHS Cost | £356 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 113 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -13.8% 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.