Bisacodyl Prescribing at COMPTON PALLIATIVE CARE TEAM
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
77
Total Quantity
1,007
NHS Cost
£207
vs National Avg
-41.3%
COMPTON PALLIATIVE CARE TEAM prescribed 77 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £207 to the NHS. This is 41.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 77 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,007 |
| Total NHS Cost | £207 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.3% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 77 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -41.3% 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.