Senna Prescribing at HIRSEL MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
555
Total Quantity
18.5K
NHS Cost
£439
vs National Avg
-7.8%
HIRSEL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 555 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £439 to the NHS. This is 7.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 555 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,452 |
| Total NHS Cost | £439 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -7.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 555 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -7.8% 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.