Bisacodyl Prescribing at HIGHFIELD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
163
Total Quantity
9,630
NHS Cost
£595
vs National Avg
+24.4%
HIGHFIELD SURGERY prescribed 163 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £595 to the NHS. This is 24.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 163 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £595 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.4% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 163 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +24.4% 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.