Glycerol Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
108
Total Quantity
2,460
NHS Cost
£378
vs National Avg
+207.9%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 108 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £378 to the NHS. This is 207.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 108 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,460 |
| Total NHS Cost | £378 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +207.9% |
Glycerol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 108 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 35 items |
| Difference | +207.9% 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.