Senna Prescribing at BOLTON GENERAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
456
Total Quantity
18.4K
NHS Cost
£641
vs National Avg
-24.2%
BOLTON GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 456 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £641 to the NHS. This is 24.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 456 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,362 |
| Total NHS Cost | £641 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 456 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -24.2% 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.