Bisacodyl Prescribing at HORFIELD HC
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
213
Total Quantity
8,214
NHS Cost
£457
vs National Avg
+62.5%
HORFIELD HC prescribed 213 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £457 to the NHS. This is 62.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 213 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,214 |
| Total NHS Cost | £457 |
| 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.