Docusate sodium Prescribing at FAIRFIELD PMS
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
436
Total Quantity
32.5K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+17.6%
FAIRFIELD PMS prescribed 436 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,216 to the NHS. This is 17.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 436 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,516 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,216 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.6% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 436 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +17.6% 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.