Docusate sodium Prescribing at MENDIP COUNTRY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
281
Total Quantity
16.1K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-24.2%
MENDIP COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 281 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,135 to the NHS. This is 24.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 281 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,148 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,135 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 281 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -24.2% 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.