Glycerol Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,144

NHS Cost

£326

vs National Avg

+105.2%

THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 72 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £326 to the NHS. This is 105.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	72
Total Quantity	2,144
Total NHS Cost	£326
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+105.2%

Glycerol Prescribing Comparison

This practice	72 items
National average per practice	35 items
Difference	+105.2% 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.