Docusate sodium Prescribing at HEDNESFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

16.1K

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

-62.5%

HEDNESFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 139 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,196 to the NHS. This is 62.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	139
Total Quantity	16,140
Total NHS Cost	£1,196
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-62.5%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	139 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-62.5% 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.