Senna Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
658
Total Quantity
32.1K
NHS Cost
£818
vs National Avg
+9.3%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 658 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £818 to the NHS. This is 9.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 658 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,068 |
| Total NHS Cost | £818 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 658 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +9.3% 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.