Senna Prescribing at FORUM FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
720
Total Quantity
26.3K
NHS Cost
£625
vs National Avg
+19.6%
FORUM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 720 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £625 to the NHS. This is 19.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 720 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,337 |
| Total NHS Cost | £625 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 720 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +19.6% 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.