Senna Prescribing at MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
636
Total Quantity
18.7K
NHS Cost
£557
vs National Avg
+5.7%
MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 636 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £557 to the NHS. This is 5.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 636 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,672 |
| Total NHS Cost | £557 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 636 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +5.7% 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.