Senna Prescribing at ALSTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
154
Total Quantity
7,401
NHS Cost
£176
vs National Avg
-74.4%
ALSTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 154 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £176 to the NHS. This is 74.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 154 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,401 |
| Total NHS Cost | £176 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -74.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 154 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -74.4% 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.