Senna Prescribing at ALVELEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
358
Total Quantity
7,220
NHS Cost
£164
vs National Avg
-40.5%
ALVELEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 358 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £164 to the NHS. This is 40.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 358 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,220 |
| Total NHS Cost | £164 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 358 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -40.5% 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.