Docusate sodium Prescribing at OAK LODGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
603
Total Quantity
41.9K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+62.6%
OAK LODGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 603 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,940 to the NHS. This is 62.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 603 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,858 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,940 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62.6% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 603 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +62.6% 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.