Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE ALBION SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
557
Total Quantity
22.6K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+50.2%
THE ALBION SURGERY prescribed 557 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,650 to the NHS. This is 50.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 557 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,638 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,650 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 557 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +50.2% 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.