Docusate sodium Prescribing at FAIRFIELD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
106
Total Quantity
5,157
NHS Cost
£387
vs National Avg
-71.4%
FAIRFIELD SURGERY prescribed 106 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £387 to the NHS. This is 71.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 106 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,157 |
| Total NHS Cost | £387 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.4% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 106 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -71.4% 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.