Bisacodyl Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
250
Total Quantity
9,546
NHS Cost
£483
vs National Avg
+90.7%
ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 250 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £483 to the NHS. This is 90.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 250 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,546 |
| Total NHS Cost | £483 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 250 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +90.7% 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.