Docusate sodium Prescribing at SELHURST MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
227
Total Quantity
11.2K
NHS Cost
£804
vs National Avg
-38.8%
SELHURST MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 227 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £804 to the NHS. This is 38.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 227 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,163 |
| Total NHS Cost | £804 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.8% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 227 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -38.8% 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.