Senna Prescribing at HERSHAM SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
778
Total Quantity
31.2K
NHS Cost
£718
vs National Avg
+29.3%
HERSHAM SURGERY prescribed 778 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £718 to the NHS. This is 29.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 778 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £718 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 778 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +29.3% 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.