Bisacodyl Prescribing at WHALEBRIDGE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
287
Total Quantity
12.3K
NHS Cost
£619
vs National Avg
+119%
WHALEBRIDGE PRACTICE prescribed 287 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £619 to the NHS. This is 119% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 287 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,309 |
| Total NHS Cost | £619 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +119% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 287 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +119% 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.