Senna Prescribing at CASTLEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
316
Total Quantity
17.1K
NHS Cost
£379
vs National Avg
-47.5%
CASTLEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 316 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £379 to the NHS. This is 47.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 316 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,087 |
| Total NHS Cost | £379 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 316 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -47.5% 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.