Senna Prescribing at MOUNT PLEASANT HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
860
Total Quantity
34.5K
NHS Cost
£852
vs National Avg
+42.9%
MOUNT PLEASANT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 860 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £852 to the NHS. This is 42.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 860 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,475 |
| Total NHS Cost | £852 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 860 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +42.9% 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.