Bisacodyl Prescribing at NEW SOUTHGATE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
220
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£830
vs National Avg
+67.8%
NEW SOUTHGATE SURGERY prescribed 220 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £830 to the NHS. This is 67.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 220 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,714 |
| Total NHS Cost | £830 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 220 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +67.8% 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.