Docusate sodium Prescribing at DARLINGTON PALLIATIVE CARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
51
Total Quantity
4,894
NHS Cost
£418
vs National Avg
-86.2%
DARLINGTON PALLIATIVE CARE prescribed 51 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £418 to the NHS. This is 86.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 51 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,894 |
| Total NHS Cost | £418 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -86.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 51 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -86.2% 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.