Senna Prescribing at COLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,021
Total Quantity
26.8K
NHS Cost
£645
vs National Avg
+69.7%
COLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,021 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £645 to the NHS. This is 69.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,021 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,793 |
| Total NHS Cost | £645 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,021 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +69.7% 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.