Docusate sodium Prescribing at WESTCROFT HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
153
Total Quantity
10.5K
NHS Cost
£794
vs National Avg
-58.7%
WESTCROFT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 153 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £794 to the NHS. This is 58.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 153 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,455 |
| Total NHS Cost | £794 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.7% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 153 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -58.7% 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.