Bisacodyl Prescribing at THORNBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
147
Total Quantity
7,134
NHS Cost
£448
vs National Avg
+12.2%
THORNBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 147 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £448 to the NHS. This is 12.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 147 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,134 |
| Total NHS Cost | £448 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 147 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +12.2% 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.