Docusate sodium Prescribing at THE WHITSWOOD PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

175

Total Quantity

12.6K

NHS Cost

£927

vs National Avg

-52.8%

THE WHITSWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 175 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £927 to the NHS. This is 52.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	175
Total Quantity	12,617
Total NHS Cost	£927
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-52.8%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	175 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-52.8% 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.