Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE PEARTREE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
339
Total Quantity
17.2K
NHS Cost
£888
vs National Avg
+158.6%
THE PEARTREE PRACTICE prescribed 339 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £888 to the NHS. This is 158.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 339 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,248 |
| Total NHS Cost | £888 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +158.6% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 339 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +158.6% 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.