Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
193
Total Quantity
6,274
NHS Cost
£342
vs National Avg
+47.2%
THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE prescribed 193 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £342 to the NHS. This is 47.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 193 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,274 |
| Total NHS Cost | £342 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 193 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +47.2% 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.