Senna Prescribing at HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
338
Total Quantity
15.2K
NHS Cost
£367
vs National Avg
-43.8%
HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 338 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £367 to the NHS. This is 43.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,245 |
| Total NHS Cost | £367 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -43.8% 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.