Senna Prescribing at FRIARSGATE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
967
Total Quantity
56.6K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+60.7%
FRIARSGATE PRACTICE prescribed 967 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,292 to the NHS. This is 60.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
92
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 967 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 56,581 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,292 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 967 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +60.7% 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.