Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE NEW SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
266
Total Quantity
8,250
NHS Cost
£619
vs National Avg
-28.3%
THE NEW SURGERY prescribed 266 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £619 to the NHS. This is 28.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 266 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,250 |
| Total NHS Cost | £619 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.3% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 266 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -28.3% 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.