Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE COTTONS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
11.2K
NHS Cost
£738
vs National Avg
-54.7%
THE COTTONS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 168 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £738 to the NHS. This is 54.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,174 |
| Total NHS Cost | £738 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54.7% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -54.7% 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.