Bisacodyl Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
121
Total Quantity
3,902
NHS Cost
£289
vs National Avg
-7.7%
ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 121 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £289 to the NHS. This is 7.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 121 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,902 |
| Total NHS Cost | £289 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -7.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 121 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -7.7% 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.