Bisacodyl Prescribing at EIGHTLANDS SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

196

Total Quantity

4,680

NHS Cost

£256

vs National Avg

+49.5%

EIGHTLANDS SURGERY prescribed 196 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £256 to the NHS. This is 49.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	196
Total Quantity	4,680
Total NHS Cost	£256
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+49.5%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	196 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+49.5% 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.