Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE GOOD PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
244
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£679
vs National Avg
+86.2%
THE GOOD PRACTICE prescribed 244 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £679 to the NHS. This is 86.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 244 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,141 |
| Total NHS Cost | £679 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 244 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +86.2% 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.