Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE HARLEQUIN SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

209

Total Quantity

8,790

NHS Cost

£479

vs National Avg

+59.5%

THE HARLEQUIN SURGERY prescribed 209 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £479 to the NHS. This is 59.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	209
Total Quantity	8,790
Total NHS Cost	£479
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+59.5%

Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	209 items
National average per practice	131 items
Difference	+59.5% 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.