Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE VILLAGE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
195
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£738
vs National Avg
-47.4%
THE VILLAGE PRACTICE prescribed 195 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £738 to the NHS. This is 47.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 195 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,202 |
| Total NHS Cost | £738 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.4% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 195 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -47.4% 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.