Docusate sodium Prescribing at WIRRAL WIC (APH)_WIC APH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
2,881
NHS Cost
£203
vs National Avg
-80.3%
WIRRAL WIC (APH)_WIC APH prescribed 73 items of Docusate sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £203 to the NHS. This is 80.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Docusate sodium is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,881 |
| Total NHS Cost | £203 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -80.3% |
Docusate sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 371 items |
| Difference | -80.3% 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.