Bisacodyl Prescribing at ST GEORGES SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
225
Total Quantity
12.7K
NHS Cost
£724
vs National Avg
+71.7%
ST GEORGES SURGERY prescribed 225 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £724 to the NHS. This is 71.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 225 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,686 |
| Total NHS Cost | £724 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 225 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +71.7% 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.