Senna Prescribing at CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
691
Total Quantity
33.8K
NHS Cost
£872
vs National Avg
+14.8%
CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 691 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £872 to the NHS. This is 14.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 691 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,781 |
| Total NHS Cost | £872 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 691 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +14.8% 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.