Senna Prescribing at ESSINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
465
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£302
vs National Avg
-22.7%
ESSINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 465 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £302 to the NHS. This is 22.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 465 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,976 |
| Total NHS Cost | £302 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 465 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -22.7% 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.