Senna Prescribing at BEDMINSTER FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
839
Total Quantity
24.3K
NHS Cost
£588
vs National Avg
+39.4%
BEDMINSTER FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 839 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £588 to the NHS. This is 39.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
77
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 839 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,329 |
| Total NHS Cost | £588 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 839 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +39.4% 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.