Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
184
Total Quantity
7,836
NHS Cost
£419
vs National Avg
+40.4%
THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY prescribed 184 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £419 to the NHS. This is 40.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 184 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,836 |
| Total NHS Cost | £419 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.4% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 184 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +40.4% 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.