Senna Prescribing at FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
487
Total Quantity
19.3K
NHS Cost
£432
vs National Avg
-19.1%
FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 487 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £432 to the NHS. This is 19.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 487 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,332 |
| Total NHS Cost | £432 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 487 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -19.1% 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.