Senna Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
490
Total Quantity
20.6K
NHS Cost
£506
vs National Avg
-18.6%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 490 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £506 to the NHS. This is 18.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,620 |
| Total NHS Cost | £506 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -18.6% 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.