Senna Prescribing at FIRSTCARE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
341
Total Quantity
26.8K
NHS Cost
£591
vs National Avg
-43.3%
FIRSTCARE PRACTICE prescribed 341 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £591 to the NHS. This is 43.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 341 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,786 |
| Total NHS Cost | £591 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 341 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -43.3% 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.