Senna Prescribing at MARKET QUARTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
684
Total Quantity
41.9K
NHS Cost
£942
vs National Avg
+13.7%
MARKET QUARTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 684 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £942 to the NHS. This is 13.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 684 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,897 |
| Total NHS Cost | £942 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 684 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +13.7% 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.