Senna Prescribing at BLURTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
356
Total Quantity
21.6K
NHS Cost
£494
vs National Avg
-40.8%
BLURTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 356 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £494 to the NHS. This is 40.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 356 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £494 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 356 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -40.8% 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.