Senna Prescribing at MEASHAM MEDICAL UNIT
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
839
Total Quantity
43.7K
NHS Cost
£993
vs National Avg
+39.4%
MEASHAM MEDICAL UNIT prescribed 839 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £993 to the NHS. This is 39.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 839 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,699 |
| Total NHS Cost | £993 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 839 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +39.4% 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.