Senna Prescribing at BROADSHIRES HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
723
Total Quantity
29.1K
NHS Cost
£675
vs National Avg
+20.1%
BROADSHIRES HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 723 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £675 to the NHS. This is 20.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 723 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,074 |
| Total NHS Cost | £675 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 723 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +20.1% 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.