Sodium picosulfate Prescribing at NEWTOWN MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

191

Total Quantity

64.9K

NHS Cost

£5.5K

vs National Avg

+426.2%

NEWTOWN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 191 items of Sodium picosulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,482 to the NHS. This is 426.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium picosulfate is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	191
Total Quantity	64,860
Total NHS Cost	£5,482
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+426.2%

Sodium picosulfate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	191 items
National average per practice	36 items
Difference	+426.2% 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.