Docusate sodium Prescribing at PURFLEET CARE CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

101

Total Quantity

9,556

NHS Cost

£681

vs National Avg

-72.8%

PURFLEET CARE CENTRE prescribed 101 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £681 to the NHS. This is 72.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	101
Total Quantity	9,556
Total NHS Cost	£681
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-72.8%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	101 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-72.8% 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.