Bisacodyl Prescribing at NIGHTINGALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
192
Total Quantity
7,661
NHS Cost
£393
vs National Avg
+46.5%
NIGHTINGALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 192 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £393 to the NHS. This is 46.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,661 |
| Total NHS Cost | £393 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.5% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +46.5% 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.