Bisacodyl Prescribing at UPTON SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
307
Total Quantity
10.5K
NHS Cost
£579
vs National Avg
+134.2%
UPTON SURGERY prescribed 307 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £579 to the NHS. This is 134.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 307 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,454 |
| Total NHS Cost | £579 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +134.2% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 307 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +134.2% 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.