Senna Prescribing at BLACKWOOD HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
295
Total Quantity
20.4K
NHS Cost
£443
vs National Avg
-51%
BLACKWOOD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 295 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £443 to the NHS. This is 51% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 295 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,404 |
| Total NHS Cost | £443 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 295 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -51% 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.