Senna Prescribing at ACORN MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
503
Total Quantity
22.8K
NHS Cost
£525
vs National Avg
-16.4%
ACORN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 503 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £525 to the NHS. This is 16.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 503 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,844 |
| Total NHS Cost | £525 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 503 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -16.4% 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.