Senna Prescribing at BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
868
Total Quantity
28.7K
NHS Cost
£686
vs National Avg
+44.2%
BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 868 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £686 to the NHS. This is 44.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 868 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,667 |
| Total NHS Cost | £686 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 868 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +44.2% 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.