Senna Prescribing at GREAT BARR PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
709
Total Quantity
28.5K
NHS Cost
£881
vs National Avg
+17.8%
GREAT BARR PRACTICE prescribed 709 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £881 to the NHS. This is 17.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 709 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,533 |
| Total NHS Cost | £881 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 709 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17.8% 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.