Senna Prescribing at CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
998
Total Quantity
52.3K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+65.8%
CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY prescribed 998 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,168 to the NHS. This is 65.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 998 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,254 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,168 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +65.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 998 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +65.8% vs national average |
Explore More
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.