Senna Prescribing at ALVANLEY FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
577
Total Quantity
27.1K
NHS Cost
£643
vs National Avg
-4.1%
ALVANLEY FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 577 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £643 to the NHS. This is 4.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 577 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,127 |
| Total NHS Cost | £643 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 577 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -4.1% 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.