Senna Prescribing at DRIGHLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
495
Total Quantity
18.7K
NHS Cost
£461
vs National Avg
-17.7%
DRIGHLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 495 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £461 to the NHS. This is 17.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 495 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,692 |
| Total NHS Cost | £461 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 495 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -17.7% 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.