Senna Prescribing at FISHPONDS FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
865
Total Quantity
32.3K
NHS Cost
£746
vs National Avg
+43.7%
FISHPONDS FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 865 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £746 to the NHS. This is 43.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 865 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,332 |
| Total NHS Cost | £746 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 865 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +43.7% 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.