Senna Prescribing at BEECHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
796
Total Quantity
35.2K
NHS Cost
£811
vs National Avg
+32.3%
BEECHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 796 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £811 to the NHS. This is 32.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 796 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,217 |
| Total NHS Cost | £811 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 796 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +32.3% 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.