Senna Prescribing at MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
837
Total Quantity
30.5K
NHS Cost
£715
vs National Avg
+39.1%
MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 837 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £715 to the NHS. This is 39.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 837 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,543 |
| Total NHS Cost | £715 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 837 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +39.1% 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.