Bisacodyl Prescribing at NORTHENDEN GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
219
Total Quantity
7,528
NHS Cost
£506
vs National Avg
+67.1%
NORTHENDEN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 219 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £506 to the NHS. This is 67.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,528 |
| Total NHS Cost | £506 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.1% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +67.1% 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.