Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE JAMES COCHRANE PRACT.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
13.4K
NHS Cost
£937
vs National Avg
+75.5%
THE JAMES COCHRANE PRACT. prescribed 230 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £937 to the NHS. This is 75.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,390 |
| Total NHS Cost | £937 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.5% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +75.5% 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.