Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE HANDBRIDGE MED.CTR.

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

136

Total Quantity

9,017

NHS Cost

£644

vs National Avg

-63.3%

THE HANDBRIDGE MED.CTR. prescribed 136 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £644 to the NHS. This is 63.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	136
Total Quantity	9,017
Total NHS Cost	£644
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-63.3%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	136 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-63.3% 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.