Senna Prescribing at FORESTSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
648
Total Quantity
31.6K
NHS Cost
£709
vs National Avg
+7.7%
FORESTSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 648 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £709 to the NHS. This is 7.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 648 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,561 |
| Total NHS Cost | £709 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 648 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +7.7% 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.