Docusate sodium Prescribing at NEW BARN CLOSE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
974
Total Quantity
66.0K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+162.7%
NEW BARN CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 974 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,358 to the NHS. This is 162.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 974 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,358 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +162.7% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 974 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +162.7% 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.