Docusate sodium Prescribing at SPRING GROVE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

182

Total Quantity

9,097

NHS Cost

£641

vs National Avg

-50.9%

SPRING GROVE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 182 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £641 to the NHS. This is 50.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	182
Total Quantity	9,097
Total NHS Cost	£641
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-50.9%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	182 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-50.9% 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.