Bisacodyl Prescribing at MARTELLO HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
187
Total Quantity
8,315
NHS Cost
£828
vs National Avg
+42.7%
MARTELLO HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 187 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £828 to the NHS. This is 42.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 187 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,315 |
| Total NHS Cost | £828 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 187 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +42.7% 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.