Bisacodyl Prescribing at GH LOCALA COMMUNITY SERVICES

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,332

NHS Cost

£141

vs National Avg

-45.1%

GH LOCALA COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 72 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £141 to the NHS. This is 45.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	72
Total Quantity	2,332
Total NHS Cost	£141
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-45.1%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	72 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	-45.1% 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.