Docusate sodium Prescribing at CARNON DOWNS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
115
Total Quantity
7,588
NHS Cost
£509
vs National Avg
-69%
CARNON DOWNS SURGERY prescribed 115 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £509 to the NHS. This is 69% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 115 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,588 |
| Total NHS Cost | £509 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -69% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 115 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -69% 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.