Docusate sodium Prescribing at CHESTNUT PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
219
Total Quantity
8,053
NHS Cost
£615
vs National Avg
-40.9%
CHESTNUT PRACTICE prescribed 219 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £615 to the NHS. This is 40.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,053 |
| Total NHS Cost | £615 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.9% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -40.9% 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.