Senna Prescribing at BISHOPGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
660
Total Quantity
18.5K
NHS Cost
£463
vs National Avg
+9.7%
BISHOPGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 660 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £463 to the NHS. This is 9.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 660 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,473 |
| Total NHS Cost | £463 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 660 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +9.7% 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.