Senna Prescribing at CHALKHILL FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
701
Total Quantity
34.0K
NHS Cost
£758
vs National Avg
+16.5%
CHALKHILL FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 701 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £758 to the NHS. This is 16.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 701 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,018 |
| Total NHS Cost | £758 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 701 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +16.5% 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.