Bisacodyl Prescribing at ATKINSON HEALTH CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,956

NHS Cost

£147

vs National Avg

-59.6%

ATKINSON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 53 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £147 to the NHS. This is 59.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	53
Total Quantity	2,956
Total NHS Cost	£147
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-59.6%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	53 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	-59.6% 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.