Senna Prescribing at DRONFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
840
Total Quantity
40.2K
NHS Cost
£902
vs National Avg
+39.6%
DRONFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 840 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £902 to the NHS. This is 39.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 840 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,247 |
| Total NHS Cost | £902 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 840 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +39.6% 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.