Senna Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
699
Total Quantity
29.9K
NHS Cost
£655
vs National Avg
+16.2%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 699 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £655 to the NHS. This is 16.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 699 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,902 |
| Total NHS Cost | £655 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 699 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +16.2% 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.