Senna Prescribing at LEIGH FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
518
Total Quantity
28.4K
NHS Cost
£675
vs National Avg
-13.9%
LEIGH FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 518 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £675 to the NHS. This is 13.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 518 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,422 |
| Total NHS Cost | £675 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 518 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -13.9% 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.