Senna Prescribing at FOREST PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
727
Total Quantity
25.6K
NHS Cost
£749
vs National Avg
+20.8%
FOREST PRACTICE prescribed 727 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £749 to the NHS. This is 20.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 727 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,631 |
| Total NHS Cost | £749 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 727 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +20.8% 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.