Senna Prescribing at BELMONT MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
685
Total Quantity
26.0K
NHS Cost
£596
vs National Avg
+13.8%
BELMONT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 685 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £596 to the NHS. This is 13.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 685 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,034 |
| Total NHS Cost | £596 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 685 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +13.8% 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.