Bisacodyl Prescribing at NEWTONS PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

116

Total Quantity

4,772

NHS Cost

£377

vs National Avg

-11.5%

NEWTONS PRACTICE prescribed 116 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £377 to the NHS. This is 11.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	116
Total Quantity	4,772
Total NHS Cost	£377
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-11.5%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	116 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	-11.5% 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.