Senna Prescribing at EASTFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
475
Total Quantity
26.9K
NHS Cost
£598
vs National Avg
-21.1%
EASTFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 475 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £598 to the NHS. This is 21.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 475 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,905 |
| Total NHS Cost | £598 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 475 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -21.1% 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.