Senna Prescribing at BOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
560
Total Quantity
25.8K
NHS Cost
£637
vs National Avg
-6.9%
BOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 560 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £637 to the NHS. This is 6.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 560 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,818 |
| Total NHS Cost | £637 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 560 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -6.9% 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.