Bisacodyl Prescribing at RIDGACRE HOUSE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
232
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£602
vs National Avg
+77%
RIDGACRE HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 232 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £602 to the NHS. This is 77% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 232 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,989 |
| Total NHS Cost | £602 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 232 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +77% 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.