Senna Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
947
Total Quantity
33.3K
NHS Cost
£940
vs National Avg
+57.4%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 947 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £940 to the NHS. This is 57.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 947 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,301 |
| Total NHS Cost | £940 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 947 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +57.4% 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.