Bisacodyl Prescribing at ST HELENS ROAD PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
104
Total Quantity
4,744
NHS Cost
£246
vs National Avg
-20.7%
ST HELENS ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 104 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £246 to the NHS. This is 20.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 104 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,744 |
| Total NHS Cost | £246 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 104 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -20.7% 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.