Senna Prescribing at HEREWARD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
762
Total Quantity
34.9K
NHS Cost
£770
vs National Avg
+26.6%
HEREWARD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 762 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £770 to the NHS. This is 26.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 762 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,850 |
| Total NHS Cost | £770 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 762 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +26.6% 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.