Sodium picosulfate Prescribing at PENNFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
10.5K
NHS Cost
£924
vs National Avg
+51.5%
PENNFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 55 items of Sodium picosulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £924 to the NHS. This is 51.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium picosulfate is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 55 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,495 |
| Total NHS Cost | £924 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.5% |
Sodium picosulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 55 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 36 items |
| Difference | +51.5% 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.