Bisacodyl Prescribing at WEST MEADS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
53
Total Quantity
2,269
NHS Cost
£164
vs National Avg
-59.6%
WEST MEADS SURGERY prescribed 53 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £164 to the NHS. This is 59.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 53 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,269 |
| Total NHS Cost | £164 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59.6% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 53 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -59.6% vs national average |
Explore More
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.