Docusate sodium Prescribing at DCHS COMMUNITY SERVICES
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
4,810
NHS Cost
£376
vs National Avg
-80.3%
DCHS COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 73 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £376 to the NHS. This is 80.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,810 |
| Total NHS Cost | £376 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -80.3% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -80.3% 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.