Senna Prescribing at AVELEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
748
Total Quantity
36.3K
NHS Cost
£843
vs National Avg
+24.3%
AVELEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 748 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £843 to the NHS. This is 24.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 748 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,282 |
| Total NHS Cost | £843 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 748 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +24.3% 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.