Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE CAMBRIDGE PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

6,540

NHS Cost

£354

vs National Avg

+6%

THE CAMBRIDGE PRACTICE prescribed 139 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £354 to the NHS. This is 6% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	139
Total Quantity	6,540
Total NHS Cost	£354
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+6%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	139 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+6% 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.