Docusate sodium Prescribing at FERRYHILL AND CHILTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,273
Total Quantity
122.7K
NHS Cost
£8.7K
vs National Avg
+513.1%
FERRYHILL AND CHILTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,273 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,724 to the NHS. This is 513.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
179
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,273 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 122,724 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,724 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +513.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,273 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +513.1% 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.