Bisacodyl Prescribing at NORTH WOOD GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
362
Total Quantity
14.2K
NHS Cost
£723
vs National Avg
+176.2%
NORTH WOOD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 362 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £723 to the NHS. This is 176.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 362 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,202 |
| Total NHS Cost | £723 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +176.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 362 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +176.2% 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.