Senna Prescribing at BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
331
Total Quantity
12.4K
NHS Cost
£298
vs National Avg
-45%
BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 331 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £298 to the NHS. This is 45% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 331 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,386 |
| Total NHS Cost | £298 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 331 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -45% 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.