Docusate sodium Prescribing at DR CJ SHIMMINS & PARTNERS
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
323
Total Quantity
24.5K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-12.9%
DR CJ SHIMMINS & PARTNERS prescribed 323 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,573 to the NHS. This is 12.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 323 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,507 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,573 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12.9% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 323 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -12.9% vs national average |
Explore More
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.