Bisacodyl Prescribing at PENNINE DRIVE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
250
Total Quantity
11.7K
NHS Cost
£599
vs National Avg
+90.7%
PENNINE DRIVE PRACTICE prescribed 250 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £599 to the NHS. This is 90.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 250 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,688 |
| Total NHS Cost | £599 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 250 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +90.7% 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.