Senna Prescribing at HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
659
Total Quantity
31.3K
NHS Cost
£727
vs National Avg
+9.5%
HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 659 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £727 to the NHS. This is 9.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 659 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,308 |
| Total NHS Cost | £727 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 659 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +9.5% 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.