Glycerol Prescribing at POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

1,721

NHS Cost

£260

vs National Avg

+42.5%

POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 50 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £260 to the NHS. This is 42.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	50
Total Quantity	1,721
Total NHS Cost	£260
Presentations	1 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.