Senna Prescribing at HELSBY HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
760
Total Quantity
40.4K
NHS Cost
£987
vs National Avg
+26.3%
HELSBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 760 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £987 to the NHS. This is 26.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 760 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,361 |
| Total NHS Cost | £987 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 760 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +26.3% 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.