Senna Prescribing at MAGDALEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
900
Total Quantity
38.7K
NHS Cost
£923
vs National Avg
+49.6%
MAGDALEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 900 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £923 to the NHS. This is 49.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 900 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,739 |
| Total NHS Cost | £923 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 900 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +49.6% 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.