Docusate sodium Prescribing at THORPE HESLEY SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
572
Total Quantity
45.3K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+54.3%
THORPE HESLEY SURGERY prescribed 572 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,263 to the NHS. This is 54.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 572 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,346 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,263 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.3% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 572 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | +54.3% 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.