Senna Prescribing at FORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
705
Total Quantity
36.8K
NHS Cost
£862
vs National Avg
+17.2%
FORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 705 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £862 to the NHS. This is 17.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 705 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,762 |
| Total NHS Cost | £862 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 705 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17.2% 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.