Bisacodyl Prescribing at BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
356
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£676
vs National Avg
+171.6%
BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES prescribed 356 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £676 to the NHS. This is 171.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 356 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,169 |
| Total NHS Cost | £676 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +171.6% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 356 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +171.6% 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.