Senna Prescribing at HEARTWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
706
Total Quantity
38.2K
NHS Cost
£874
vs National Avg
+17.3%
HEARTWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 706 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £874 to the NHS. This is 17.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 706 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,177 |
| Total NHS Cost | £874 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 706 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17.3% 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.