Docusate sodium Prescribing at SPRINGFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

161

Total Quantity

18.0K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

-56.6%

SPRINGFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 161 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,302 to the NHS. This is 56.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	161
Total Quantity	17,994
Total NHS Cost	£1,302
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-56.6%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	161 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-56.6% 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.