Senna Prescribing at HEATHCOTE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
708
Total Quantity
44.3K
NHS Cost
£942
vs National Avg
+17.6%
HEATHCOTE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 708 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £942 to the NHS. This is 17.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 708 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,316 |
| Total NHS Cost | £942 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 708 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17.6% 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.