Bisacodyl Prescribing at GPSI PALLIATIVE CARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
3,230
NHS Cost
£724
vs National Avg
+23.6%
GPSI PALLIATIVE CARE prescribed 162 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £724 to the NHS. This is 23.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,230 |
| Total NHS Cost | £724 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.6% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +23.6% 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.