Docusate sodium Prescribing at GRIMETHORPE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
126
Total Quantity
8,507
NHS Cost
£585
vs National Avg
-66%
GRIMETHORPE SURGERY prescribed 126 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £585 to the NHS. This is 66% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 126 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,507 |
| Total NHS Cost | £585 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 126 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -66% 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.