Docusate sodium Prescribing at SWALLOWNEST HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,204
Total Quantity
194.5K
NHS Cost
£13.8K
vs National Avg
+494.5%
SWALLOWNEST HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,204 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,822 to the NHS. This is 494.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
183
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,204 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 194,536 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,822 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +494.5% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,204 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +494.5% 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.