Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE OLD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
336
Total Quantity
8,240
NHS Cost
£442
vs National Avg
+156.3%
THE OLD SURGERY prescribed 336 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £442 to the NHS. This is 156.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 336 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,240 |
| Total NHS Cost | £442 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +156.3% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 336 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +156.3% 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.