Bisacodyl Prescribing at DR SHANTIR PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
146
Total Quantity
7,066
NHS Cost
£362
vs National Avg
+11.4%
DR SHANTIR PRACTICE prescribed 146 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £362 to the NHS. This is 11.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 146 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,066 |
| Total NHS Cost | £362 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.4% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 146 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +11.4% 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.