Bisacodyl Prescribing at EXCEL PRIMARY CARE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

142

Total Quantity

9,108

NHS Cost

£670

vs National Avg

+8.3%

EXCEL PRIMARY CARE prescribed 142 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £670 to the NHS. This is 8.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	142
Total Quantity	9,108
Total NHS Cost	£670
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+8.3%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	142 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+8.3% 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.