Docusate sodium Prescribing at BLACKMORE VALE PARTNERSHIP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
541
Total Quantity
41.7K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+45.9%
BLACKMORE VALE PARTNERSHIP prescribed 541 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,957 to the NHS. This is 45.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,675 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,957 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.9% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +45.9% vs national average |
Explore More
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.