Docusate sodium Prescribing at DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
946
Total Quantity
115.0K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
+155.2%
DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER prescribed 946 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,995 to the NHS. This is 155.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 946 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 114,987 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,995 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +155.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 946 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +155.2% 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.