Glycerol Prescribing at WEST MEADS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
67
Total Quantity
1,890
NHS Cost
£308
vs National Avg
+91%
WEST MEADS SURGERY prescribed 67 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £308 to the NHS. This is 91% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 67 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,890 |
| Total NHS Cost | £308 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +91% |
Glycerol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 67 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 35 items |
| Difference | +91% 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.