Bisacodyl Prescribing at PENISTONE GROUP PMS PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

316

Total Quantity

9,526

NHS Cost

£630

vs National Avg

+141.1%

PENISTONE GROUP PMS PRACTICE prescribed 316 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £630 to the NHS. This is 141.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	316
Total Quantity	9,526
Total NHS Cost	£630
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+141.1%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	316 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+141.1% 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.