Bisacodyl Prescribing at CHACEWATER HEALTH CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,978

NHS Cost

£243

vs National Avg

-42.8%

CHACEWATER HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 75 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £243 to the NHS. This is 42.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	75
Total Quantity	2,978
Total NHS Cost	£243
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-42.8%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	75 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	-42.8% 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.