Senna Prescribing at EAST DURHAM MEDICAL GROUP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,577
Total Quantity
105.4K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+328.2%
EAST DURHAM MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 2,577 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,486 to the NHS. This is 328.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
213
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,577 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,387 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,486 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +328.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,577 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +328.2% 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.