Bisacodyl Prescribing at NEWHAM VICARAGE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
225
Total Quantity
9,841
NHS Cost
£513
vs National Avg
+71.7%
NEWHAM VICARAGE PRACTICE prescribed 225 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £513 to the NHS. This is 71.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 225 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,841 |
| Total NHS Cost | £513 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 225 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +71.7% 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.