Senna Prescribing at ALDERWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
283
Total Quantity
22.7K
NHS Cost
£501
vs National Avg
-53%
ALDERWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 283 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £501 to the NHS. This is 53% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 283 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,667 |
| Total NHS Cost | £501 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 283 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -53% 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.