Senna Prescribing at CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
764
Total Quantity
33.7K
NHS Cost
£784
vs National Avg
+27%
CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE prescribed 764 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £784 to the NHS. This is 27% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 764 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,708 |
| Total NHS Cost | £784 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 764 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +27% 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.