Bisacodyl Prescribing at CESTRIA HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
174
Total Quantity
15.9K
NHS Cost
£864
vs National Avg
+32.8%
CESTRIA HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 174 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £864 to the NHS. This is 32.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 174 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,915 |
| Total NHS Cost | £864 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 174 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +32.8% 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.