Docusate sodium Prescribing at SHEPHALL HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
238
Total Quantity
12.4K
NHS Cost
£919
vs National Avg
-35.8%
SHEPHALL HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 238 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £919 to the NHS. This is 35.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 238 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £919 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.8% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 238 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -35.8% 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.