Bisacodyl Prescribing at NEWTON PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
202
Total Quantity
8,110
NHS Cost
£446
vs National Avg
+54.1%
NEWTON PRACTICE prescribed 202 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £446 to the NHS. This is 54.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 202 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,110 |
| Total NHS Cost | £446 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.1% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 202 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +54.1% 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.