Senna Prescribing at CHESTNUT PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
649
Total Quantity
16.6K
NHS Cost
£414
vs National Avg
+7.8%
CHESTNUT PRACTICE prescribed 649 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £414 to the NHS. This is 7.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 649 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,614 |
| Total NHS Cost | £414 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 649 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +7.8% 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.