Bisacodyl Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

197

Total Quantity

4,840

NHS Cost

£333

vs National Avg

+50.3%

CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 197 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £333 to the NHS. This is 50.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	197
Total Quantity	4,840
Total NHS Cost	£333
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+50.3%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	197 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+50.3% 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.