Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE HERON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
157
Total Quantity
8,626
NHS Cost
£581
vs National Avg
+19.8%
THE HERON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 157 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £581 to the NHS. This is 19.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 157 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,626 |
| Total NHS Cost | £581 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.8% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 157 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +19.8% 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.