Docusate sodium Prescribing at HORTON PARK MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
397
Total Quantity
23.6K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+7.1%
HORTON PARK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 397 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,525 to the NHS. This is 7.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 397 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,525 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 397 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +7.1% 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.