Docusate sodium Prescribing at OXGATE GARDENS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
203
Total Quantity
8,650
NHS Cost
£636
vs National Avg
-45.2%
OXGATE GARDENS SURGERY prescribed 203 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £636 to the NHS. This is 45.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 203 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,650 |
| Total NHS Cost | £636 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 203 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -45.2% 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.