Bisacodyl Prescribing at HEDENA HEALTH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
161
Total Quantity
7,388
NHS Cost
£409
vs National Avg
+22.8%
HEDENA HEALTH prescribed 161 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £409 to the NHS. This is 22.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 161 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,388 |
| Total NHS Cost | £409 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 161 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +22.8% 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.