Glycerol Prescribing at THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT.

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

877

NHS Cost

£142

vs National Avg

+42.5%

THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 50 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £142 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	877
Total NHS Cost	£142
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.