Senna Prescribing at AVONSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
555
Total Quantity
32.4K
NHS Cost
£706
vs National Avg
-7.8%
AVONSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 555 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £706 to the NHS. This is 7.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 555 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,414 |
| Total NHS Cost | £706 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -7.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 555 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -7.8% 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.