Docusate sodium Prescribing at COMBE COASTAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,414
Total Quantity
250.0K
NHS Cost
£18.7K
vs National Avg
+551.1%
COMBE COASTAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,414 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,717 to the NHS. This is 551.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
217
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,414 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 249,976 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,717 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +551.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,414 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +551.1% 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.