Sodium picosulfate Prescribing at ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

171

Total Quantity

56.6K

NHS Cost

£4.2K

vs National Avg

+371.1%

ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 171 items of Sodium picosulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,155 to the NHS. This is 371.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium picosulfate is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	171
Total Quantity	56,640
Total NHS Cost	£4,155
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+371.1%

Sodium picosulfate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	171 items
National average per practice	36 items
Difference	+371.1% 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.