Docusate sodium Prescribing at THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
259
Total Quantity
37.8K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
-30.1%
THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 259 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,195 to the NHS. This is 30.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 259 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,789 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,195 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.1% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 259 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -30.1% 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.