Senna Prescribing at GLOUCESTER ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
925
Total Quantity
27.6K
NHS Cost
£642
vs National Avg
+53.7%
GLOUCESTER ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 925 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £642 to the NHS. This is 53.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 925 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,615 |
| Total NHS Cost | £642 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 925 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +53.7% 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.