Senna Prescribing at FARNWORTH FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
387
Total Quantity
36.3K
NHS Cost
£854
vs National Avg
-35.7%
FARNWORTH FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 387 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £854 to the NHS. This is 35.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 387 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,323 |
| Total NHS Cost | £854 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 387 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -35.7% 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.