Bisacodyl Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
100
Total Quantity
6,286
NHS Cost
£310
vs National Avg
-23.7%
ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 100 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £310 to the NHS. This is 23.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 100 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,286 |
| Total NHS Cost | £310 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 100 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -23.7% 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.