Docusate sodium Prescribing at EASTGATE MEDICAL GROUP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
345
Total Quantity
49.2K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
-6.9%
EASTGATE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 345 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,772 to the NHS. This is 6.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 345 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,198 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,772 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.9% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 345 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -6.9% 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.