Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE GARTH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
309
Total Quantity
13.5K
NHS Cost
£690
vs National Avg
+135.7%
THE GARTH prescribed 309 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £690 to the NHS. This is 135.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 309 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,460 |
| Total NHS Cost | £690 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +135.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 309 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +135.7% 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.