Senna Prescribing at HEATHFIELDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
509
Total Quantity
20.4K
NHS Cost
£449
vs National Avg
-15.4%
HEATHFIELDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 509 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £449 to the NHS. This is 15.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 509 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,420 |
| Total NHS Cost | £449 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 509 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -15.4% 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.