Glycerol Prescribing at IRWELL MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

611

NHS Cost

£94

vs National Avg

+42.5%

IRWELL MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 50 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £94 to the NHS. This is 42.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	50
Total Quantity	611
Total NHS Cost	£94
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+42.5%

Glycerol Prescribing Comparison

This practice	50 items
National average per practice	35 items
Difference	+42.5% 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.