Bisacodyl Prescribing at ROCHESTER ROAD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
195
Total Quantity
5,612
NHS Cost
£292
vs National Avg
+48.8%
ROCHESTER ROAD SURGERY prescribed 195 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £292 to the NHS. This is 48.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 195 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,612 |
| Total NHS Cost | £292 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 195 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +48.8% 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.