Bisacodyl Prescribing at PENNINE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
4,948
NHS Cost
£259
vs National Avg
-44.3%
PENNINE SURGERY prescribed 73 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £259 to the NHS. This is 44.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,948 |
| Total NHS Cost | £259 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.3% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -44.3% 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.