Senna Prescribing at ALTRINCHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

767

Total Quantity

31.2K

NHS Cost

£710

vs National Avg

+27.5%

ALTRINCHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 767 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £710 to the NHS. This is 27.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	767
Total Quantity	31,191
Total NHS Cost	£710
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+27.5%

Senna Prescribing Comparison

This practice	767 items
National average per practice	602 items
Difference	+27.5% 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.