Senna Prescribing at BIRCHINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
672
Total Quantity
35.3K
NHS Cost
£803
vs National Avg
+11.7%
BIRCHINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 672 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £803 to the NHS. This is 11.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 672 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,331 |
| Total NHS Cost | £803 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 672 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +11.7% 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.