Sodium citrate (Rectal) Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
58
Total Quantity
900
NHS Cost
£590
vs National Avg
+320.3%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 58 items of Sodium citrate (Rectal) over the last 12 months at a cost of £590 to the NHS. This is 320.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium citrate (Rectal) is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 58 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £590 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +320.3% |
Sodium citrate (Rectal) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 58 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 14 items |
| Difference | +320.3% 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.