Docusate sodium Prescribing at TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

229

Total Quantity

13.5K

NHS Cost

£978

vs National Avg

-38.2%

TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 229 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £978 to the NHS. This is 38.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	229
Total Quantity	13,530
Total NHS Cost	£978
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-38.2%

Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	229 items
National average per practice	371 items
Difference	-38.2% 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.