Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE VALE PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

108

Total Quantity

8,712

NHS Cost

£621

vs National Avg

-70.9%

THE VALE PRACTICE prescribed 108 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £621 to the NHS. This is 70.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	108
Total Quantity	8,712
Total NHS Cost	£621
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-70.9%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	108 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-70.9% 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.