Senna Prescribing at HOUGHTON MEDICAL GROUP,
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
788
Total Quantity
24.7K
NHS Cost
£595
vs National Avg
+30.9%
HOUGHTON MEDICAL GROUP, prescribed 788 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £595 to the NHS. This is 30.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 788 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,698 |
| Total NHS Cost | £595 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 788 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +30.9% 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.