Bisacodyl Prescribing at WESTSEVEN GP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
79
Total Quantity
7,078
NHS Cost
£348
vs National Avg
-39.7%
WESTSEVEN GP prescribed 79 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £348 to the NHS. This is 39.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 79 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,078 |
| Total NHS Cost | £348 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.7% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 79 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | -39.7% 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.