Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE LAKES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
245
Total Quantity
10.8K
NHS Cost
£577
vs National Avg
+86.9%
THE LAKES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 245 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £577 to the NHS. This is 86.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 245 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,788 |
| Total NHS Cost | £577 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.9% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 245 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +86.9% 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.