Docusate sodium Prescribing at PHOENIX FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
512
Total Quantity
51.5K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+38.1%
PHOENIX FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 512 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,467 to the NHS. This is 38.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 512 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,510 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,467 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 512 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +38.1% vs national average |
Explore More
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.