Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE FOREST SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
164
Total Quantity
4,329
NHS Cost
£224
vs National Avg
+25.1%
THE FOREST SURGERY prescribed 164 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £224 to the NHS. This is 25.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 164 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,329 |
| Total NHS Cost | £224 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.1% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 164 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +25.1% 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.