Bisacodyl Prescribing at WEST ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
422
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£641
vs National Avg
+222%
WEST ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 422 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £641 to the NHS. This is 222% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 422 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,043 |
| Total NHS Cost | £641 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +222% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 422 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +222% 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.