Bisacodyl Prescribing at HEATHFIELD FAMILY CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
213
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£616
vs National Avg
+62.5%
HEATHFIELD FAMILY CENTRE prescribed 213 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £616 to the NHS. This is 62.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 213 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,112 |
| Total NHS Cost | £616 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62.5% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 213 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +62.5% 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.