Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
564
Total Quantity
43.2K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+52.1%
THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 564 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,229 to the NHS. This is 52.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 564 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,230 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,229 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 564 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +52.1% 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.