Docusate sodium Prescribing at ALDERWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
161
Total Quantity
13.7K
NHS Cost
£841
vs National Avg
-56.6%
ALDERWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 161 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £841 to the NHS. This is 56.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 161 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,670 |
| Total NHS Cost | £841 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.6% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 161 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -56.6% 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.