Senna Prescribing at ARTHINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
751
Total Quantity
40.4K
NHS Cost
£910
vs National Avg
+24.8%
ARTHINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 751 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £910 to the NHS. This is 24.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 751 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,408 |
| Total NHS Cost | £910 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 751 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +24.8% 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.