Bisacodyl Prescribing at FERNVILLE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
159
Total Quantity
5,379
NHS Cost
£297
vs National Avg
+21.3%
FERNVILLE SURGERY prescribed 159 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £297 to the NHS. This is 21.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 159 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,379 |
| Total NHS Cost | £297 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.3% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 159 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +21.3% 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.