Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE DAWES FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
247
Total Quantity
23.0K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-33.4%
THE DAWES FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 247 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,557 to the NHS. This is 33.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 247 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,022 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,557 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.4% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 247 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -33.4% 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.