Senna Prescribing at MARKET SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
819
Total Quantity
38.5K
NHS Cost
£973
vs National Avg
+36.1%
MARKET SURGERY prescribed 819 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £973 to the NHS. This is 36.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 819 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,477 |
| Total NHS Cost | £973 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +36.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 819 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +36.1% 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.