Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
160
Total Quantity
4,280
NHS Cost
£269
vs National Avg
+22.1%
THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 160 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £269 to the NHS. This is 22.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 160 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,280 |
| Total NHS Cost | £269 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.1% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 160 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +22.1% 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.