Docusate sodium Prescribing at SHERBURN SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
196
Total Quantity
6,192
NHS Cost
£429
vs National Avg
-47.1%
SHERBURN SURGERY prescribed 196 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £429 to the NHS. This is 47.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 196 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,192 |
| Total NHS Cost | £429 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 196 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -47.1% 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.