Bisacodyl Prescribing at MARTONSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
365
Total Quantity
11.1K
NHS Cost
£794
vs National Avg
+178.5%
MARTONSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 365 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £794 to the NHS. This is 178.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 365 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,142 |
| Total NHS Cost | £794 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +178.5% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 365 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +178.5% 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.