Senna Prescribing at EMPINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
478
Total Quantity
27.2K
NHS Cost
£613
vs National Avg
-20.6%
EMPINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 478 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £613 to the NHS. This is 20.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 478 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,232 |
| Total NHS Cost | £613 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 478 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -20.6% 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.