Senna Prescribing at BURSCOUGH FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
408
Total Quantity
21.3K
NHS Cost
£523
vs National Avg
-32.2%
BURSCOUGH FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 408 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £523 to the NHS. This is 32.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 408 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,324 |
| Total NHS Cost | £523 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 408 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -32.2% 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.