Docusate sodium Prescribing at OLDFIELD FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
165
Total Quantity
7,990
NHS Cost
£577
vs National Avg
-55.5%
OLDFIELD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 165 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £577 to the NHS. This is 55.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 165 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,990 |
| Total NHS Cost | £577 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.5% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 165 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -55.5% 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.