Senna Prescribing at HEATON MERSEY MED.PRACT.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
684
Total Quantity
24.5K
NHS Cost
£582
vs National Avg
+13.7%
HEATON MERSEY MED.PRACT. prescribed 684 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £582 to the NHS. This is 13.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 684 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,538 |
| Total NHS Cost | £582 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 684 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +13.7% 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.