Bisacodyl Prescribing at HAMD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
229
Total Quantity
12.3K
NHS Cost
£689
vs National Avg
+74.7%
HAMD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 229 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £689 to the NHS. This is 74.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 229 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,292 |
| Total NHS Cost | £689 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 229 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +74.7% 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.