Bisacodyl Prescribing at GREAT BARR PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
176
Total Quantity
5,879
NHS Cost
£314
vs National Avg
+34.3%
GREAT BARR PRACTICE prescribed 176 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £314 to the NHS. This is 34.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,879 |
| Total NHS Cost | £314 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.3% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +34.3% 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.