Docusate sodium Prescribing at SLAITHWAITE HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
87
Total Quantity
7,441
NHS Cost
£589
vs National Avg
-76.5%
SLAITHWAITE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 87 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £589 to the NHS. This is 76.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 87 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,441 |
| Total NHS Cost | £589 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -76.5% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 87 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -76.5% 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.