Senna Prescribing at LEACH HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
704
Total Quantity
43.6K
NHS Cost
£977
vs National Avg
+17%
LEACH HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 704 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £977 to the NHS. This is 17% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 704 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,644 |
| Total NHS Cost | £977 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 704 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17% 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.