Docusate sodium Prescribing at MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,005
Total Quantity
185.7K
NHS Cost
£13.6K
vs National Avg
+440.8%
MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,005 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,626 to the NHS. This is 440.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,005 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 185,720 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,626 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +440.8% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,005 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +440.8% 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.