Senna Prescribing at LOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
663
Total Quantity
30.2K
NHS Cost
£705
vs National Avg
+10.2%
LOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 663 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £705 to the NHS. This is 10.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 663 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,198 |
| Total NHS Cost | £705 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 663 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +10.2% 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.