Bisacodyl Prescribing at CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

213

Total Quantity

9,962

NHS Cost

£707

vs National Avg

+62.5%

CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE prescribed 213 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £707 to the NHS. This is 62.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	213
Total Quantity	9,962
Total NHS Cost	£707
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+62.5%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	213 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+62.5% 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.