Senna Prescribing at HELIX MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
197
Total Quantity
5,800
NHS Cost
£131
vs National Avg
-67.3%
HELIX MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 197 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £131 to the NHS. This is 67.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 197 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £131 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 197 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -67.3% 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.