Docusate sodium Prescribing at REDWOOD PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

149

Total Quantity

7,143

NHS Cost

£541

vs National Avg

-59.8%

REDWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 149 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £541 to the NHS. This is 59.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	149
Total Quantity	7,143
Total NHS Cost	£541
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-59.8%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	149 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-59.8% 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.