Docusate sodium Prescribing at NORTHGATE VILLAGE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
84
Total Quantity
7,960
NHS Cost
£565
vs National Avg
-77.3%
NORTHGATE VILLAGE SURGERY prescribed 84 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £565 to the NHS. This is 77.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 84 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £565 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -77.3% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 84 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -77.3% 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.