Bisacodyl Prescribing at FOREST PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
7,474
NHS Cost
£367
vs National Avg
-8.4%
FOREST PRACTICE prescribed 120 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £367 to the NHS. This is 8.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 120 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,474 |
| Total NHS Cost | £367 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.4% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 120 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -8.4% 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.