Bisacodyl Prescribing at FAMILY SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
239
Total Quantity
8,478
NHS Cost
£441
vs National Avg
+82.3%
FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 239 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £441 to the NHS. This is 82.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 239 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,478 |
| Total NHS Cost | £441 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.3% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 239 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +82.3% 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.