Bisacodyl Prescribing at DDES CCG FT COMMUNITY PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,898

NHS Cost

£208

vs National Avg

-32.1%

DDES CCG FT COMMUNITY PRACTICE prescribed 89 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £208 to the NHS. This is 32.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	89
Total Quantity	2,898
Total NHS Cost	£208
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-32.1%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	89 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	-32.1% 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.