Senna Prescribing at HIGHPARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
558
Total Quantity
30.3K
NHS Cost
£669
vs National Avg
-7.3%
HIGHPARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 558 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £669 to the NHS. This is 7.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 558 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,346 |
| Total NHS Cost | £669 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -7.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 558 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -7.3% 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.