Senna Prescribing at ALCESTER HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
446
Total Quantity
26.3K
NHS Cost
£603
vs National Avg
-25.9%
ALCESTER HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 446 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £603 to the NHS. This is 25.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 446 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,313 |
| Total NHS Cost | £603 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 446 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -25.9% 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.