Senna Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
702
Total Quantity
40.5K
NHS Cost
£889
vs National Avg
+16.7%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 702 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £889 to the NHS. This is 16.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 702 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,459 |
| Total NHS Cost | £889 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 702 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +16.7% 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.