Bisacodyl Prescribing at STOKEWOOD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
169
Total Quantity
5,845
NHS Cost
£318
vs National Avg
+28.9%
STOKEWOOD SURGERY prescribed 169 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £318 to the NHS. This is 28.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 169 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,845 |
| Total NHS Cost | £318 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.9% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 169 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +28.9% 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.