Senna Prescribing at BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
621
Total Quantity
23.6K
NHS Cost
£544
vs National Avg
+3.2%
BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 621 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £544 to the NHS. This is 3.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 621 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,580 |
| Total NHS Cost | £544 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 621 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +3.2% 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.