Bisacodyl Prescribing at REDWOOD PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

261

Total Quantity

9,042

NHS Cost

£575

vs National Avg

+99.1%

REDWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 261 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £575 to the NHS. This is 99.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	261
Total Quantity	9,042
Total NHS Cost	£575
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+99.1%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	261 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+99.1% 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.