Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE OLD SCHOOL MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

144

Total Quantity

8,235

NHS Cost

£594

vs National Avg

-61.2%

THE OLD SCHOOL MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 144 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £594 to the NHS. This is 61.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	144
Total Quantity	8,235
Total NHS Cost	£594
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-61.2%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	144 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-61.2% 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.