Glycerol Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
4,760
NHS Cost
£752
vs National Avg
+378.9%
GP DIRECT prescribed 168 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £752 to the NHS. This is 378.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,760 |
| Total NHS Cost | £752 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +378.9% |
Glycerol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 35 items |
| Difference | +378.9% 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.