Bisacodyl Prescribing at WIGTON GROUP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
9,613
NHS Cost
£685
vs National Avg
+75.5%
WIGTON GROUP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 230 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £685 to the NHS. This is 75.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,613 |
| Total NHS Cost | £685 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.5% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +75.5% 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.