Senna Prescribing at MERCHEFORD HOUSE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
725
Total Quantity
24.6K
NHS Cost
£591
vs National Avg
+20.5%
MERCHEFORD HOUSE prescribed 725 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £591 to the NHS. This is 20.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 725 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £591 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 725 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +20.5% 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.