Bisacodyl Prescribing at ELTHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
104
Total Quantity
5,224
NHS Cost
£381
vs National Avg
-20.7%
ELTHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 104 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £381 to the NHS. This is 20.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 104 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,224 |
| Total NHS Cost | £381 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 104 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -20.7% 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.