Docusate sodium Prescribing at FARNHAM ROAD PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
605
Total Quantity
40.4K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+63.2%
FARNHAM ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 605 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,005 to the NHS. This is 63.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 605 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,402 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,005 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +63.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 605 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +63.2% 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.