Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE ALEXANDRA SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
203
Total Quantity
9,508
NHS Cost
£480
vs National Avg
+54.9%
THE ALEXANDRA SURGERY prescribed 203 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £480 to the NHS. This is 54.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 203 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,508 |
| Total NHS Cost | £480 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.9% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 203 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +54.9% 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.