Senna Prescribing at DIDCOT HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
788
Total Quantity
43.8K
NHS Cost
£982
vs National Avg
+30.9%
DIDCOT HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE prescribed 788 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £982 to the NHS. This is 30.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 788 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,792 |
| Total NHS Cost | £982 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 788 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +30.9% 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.