Senna Prescribing at MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
541
Total Quantity
14.1K
NHS Cost
£408
vs National Avg
-10.1%
MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 541 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £408 to the NHS. This is 10.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,069 |
| Total NHS Cost | £408 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -10.1% 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.