Bisacodyl Prescribing at NORTH THORESBY SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
210
Total Quantity
8,186
NHS Cost
£438
vs National Avg
+60.2%
NORTH THORESBY SURGERY prescribed 210 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £438 to the NHS. This is 60.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 210 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,186 |
| Total NHS Cost | £438 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 210 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +60.2% 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.