Bisacodyl Prescribing at SALTASH HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
245
Total Quantity
12.8K
NHS Cost
£727
vs National Avg
+86.9%
SALTASH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 245 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £727 to the NHS. This is 86.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 245 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,760 |
| Total NHS Cost | £727 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.9% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 245 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +86.9% 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.