Bisacodyl Prescribing at FRIARSGATE PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

188

Total Quantity

9,996

NHS Cost

£554

vs National Avg

+43.4%

FRIARSGATE PRACTICE prescribed 188 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £554 to the NHS. This is 43.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	188
Total Quantity	9,996
Total NHS Cost	£554
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+43.4%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	188 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+43.4% 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.