Senna Prescribing at LONGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
808
Total Quantity
44.0K
NHS Cost
£997
vs National Avg
+34.3%
LONGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 808 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £997 to the NHS. This is 34.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 808 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,985 |
| Total NHS Cost | £997 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 808 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +34.3% 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.