Senna Prescribing at HEDGEMANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
564
Total Quantity
13.9K
NHS Cost
£391
vs National Avg
-6.3%
HEDGEMANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 564 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £391 to the NHS. This is 6.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 564 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,884 |
| Total NHS Cost | £391 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 564 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -6.3% 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.