Senna Prescribing at BIRCHILLS HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
246
Total Quantity
11.6K
NHS Cost
£270
vs National Avg
-59.1%
BIRCHILLS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 246 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £270 to the NHS. This is 59.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 246 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,603 |
| Total NHS Cost | £270 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 246 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -59.1% 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.