Senna Prescribing at HALF PENNY STEPS HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
466
Total Quantity
16.1K
NHS Cost
£384
vs National Avg
-22.6%
HALF PENNY STEPS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 466 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £384 to the NHS. This is 22.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 466 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,099 |
| Total NHS Cost | £384 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 466 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -22.6% 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.