Bisacodyl Prescribing at OLD ROAD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
145
Total Quantity
7,333
NHS Cost
£443
vs National Avg
+10.6%
OLD ROAD SURGERY prescribed 145 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £443 to the NHS. This is 10.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 145 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,333 |
| Total NHS Cost | £443 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.6% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 145 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +10.6% 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.