Senna Prescribing at MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
754
Total Quantity
35.3K
NHS Cost
£814
vs National Avg
+25.3%
MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 754 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £814 to the NHS. This is 25.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 754 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,310 |
| Total NHS Cost | £814 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 754 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +25.3% 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.