Docusate sodium Prescribing at BALHAM PARK SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
915
Total Quantity
74.0K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+146.8%
BALHAM PARK SURGERY prescribed 915 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,909 to the NHS. This is 146.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 915 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,025 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,909 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +146.8% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 915 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +146.8% 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.