Docusate sodium Prescribing at FARNWORTH FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
196
Total Quantity
11.2K
NHS Cost
£812
vs National Avg
-47.1%
FARNWORTH FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 196 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £812 to the NHS. This is 47.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 196 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,204 |
| Total NHS Cost | £812 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 196 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -47.1% 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.