Bisacodyl Prescribing at SMA MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
216
Total Quantity
14.6K
NHS Cost
£796
vs National Avg
+64.8%
SMA MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 216 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £796 to the NHS. This is 64.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 216 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,550 |
| Total NHS Cost | £796 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 216 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +64.8% 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.