Bisacodyl Prescribing at POPLARS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
186
Total Quantity
7,268
NHS Cost
£382
vs National Avg
+41.9%
POPLARS SURGERY prescribed 186 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £382 to the NHS. This is 41.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 186 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,268 |
| Total NHS Cost | £382 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +41.9% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 186 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +41.9% 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.