Sennosides Prescribing at JAMES ALEXANDER FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
74
Total Quantity
19.7K
NHS Cost
£372
vs National Avg
+139.6%
JAMES ALEXANDER FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 74 items of Sennosides over the last 12 months at a cost of £372 to the NHS. This is 139.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Sennosides is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 74 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,650 |
| Total NHS Cost | £372 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.6% |
Sennosides Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 74 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +139.6% 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.