Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE COTTONS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
208
Total Quantity
13.1K
NHS Cost
£948
vs National Avg
+58.7%
THE COTTONS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 208 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £948 to the NHS. This is 58.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 208 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,088 |
| Total NHS Cost | £948 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 208 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +58.7% 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.