Senna Prescribing at KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
630
Total Quantity
32.0K
NHS Cost
£732
vs National Avg
+4.7%
KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 630 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £732 to the NHS. This is 4.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 630 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,030 |
| Total NHS Cost | £732 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 630 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +4.7% 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.