Docusate sodium Prescribing at SAFFRON HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
375
Total Quantity
51.7K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+1.1%
SAFFRON HEALTH PARTNERSHIP prescribed 375 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,660 to the NHS. This is 1.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 375 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,725 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,660 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 375 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +1.1% 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.