Senna Prescribing at DAM HEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
462
Total Quantity
25.0K
NHS Cost
£557
vs National Avg
-23.2%
DAM HEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 462 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £557 to the NHS. This is 23.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 462 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,006 |
| Total NHS Cost | £557 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 462 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -23.2% 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.