Senna Prescribing at HELSTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
479
Total Quantity
25.5K
NHS Cost
£643
vs National Avg
-20.4%
HELSTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 479 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £643 to the NHS. This is 20.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 479 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,465 |
| Total NHS Cost | £643 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 479 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -20.4% 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.