Bisacodyl Prescribing at HAMPSTEAD GROUP PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

111

Total Quantity

7,120

NHS Cost

£387

vs National Avg

-15.3%

HAMPSTEAD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 111 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £387 to the NHS. This is 15.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	111
Total Quantity	7,120
Total NHS Cost	£387
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-15.3%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	111 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	-15.3% 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.