Bisacodyl Prescribing at IXWORTH SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

191

Total Quantity

11.9K

NHS Cost

£632

vs National Avg

+45.7%

IXWORTH SURGERY prescribed 191 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £632 to the NHS. This is 45.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	191
Total Quantity	11,871
Total NHS Cost	£632
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+45.7%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	191 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+45.7% 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.