Senna Prescribing at DOVECOT HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
761
Total Quantity
39.5K
NHS Cost
£853
vs National Avg
+26.5%
DOVECOT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 761 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £853 to the NHS. This is 26.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 761 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,463 |
| Total NHS Cost | £853 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 761 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +26.5% 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.