Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
118
Total Quantity
3,624
NHS Cost
£268
vs National Avg
-68.2%
THE SURGERY prescribed 118 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £268 to the NHS. This is 68.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 118 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,624 |
| Total NHS Cost | £268 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -68.2% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 118 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -68.2% 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.