Senna Prescribing at FAIRFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
536
Total Quantity
31.3K
NHS Cost
£683
vs National Avg
-10.9%
FAIRFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 536 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £683 to the NHS. This is 10.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 536 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,271 |
| Total NHS Cost | £683 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 536 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -10.9% 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.