Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE BARCELLOS FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
119
Total Quantity
8,326
NHS Cost
£509
vs National Avg
-9.2%
THE BARCELLOS FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 119 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £509 to the NHS. This is 9.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 119 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,326 |
| Total NHS Cost | £509 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -9.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 119 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -9.2% 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.