Senna Prescribing at LONGTON HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
714
Total Quantity
34.1K
NHS Cost
£764
vs National Avg
+18.6%
LONGTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 714 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £764 to the NHS. This is 18.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 714 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,092 |
| Total NHS Cost | £764 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 714 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +18.6% 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.