Docusate sodium Prescribing at SOUTH READING & SHINFIELD GROUP MED PRAC
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
106
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£831
vs National Avg
-71.4%
SOUTH READING & SHINFIELD GROUP MED PRAC prescribed 106 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £831 to the NHS. This is 71.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 106 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,161 |
| Total NHS Cost | £831 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.4% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 106 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -71.4% 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.