Senna Prescribing at NEW RIVER HEALTH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
755
Total Quantity
27.2K
NHS Cost
£653
vs National Avg
+25.5%
NEW RIVER HEALTH prescribed 755 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £653 to the NHS. This is 25.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 755 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,208 |
| Total NHS Cost | £653 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 755 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +25.5% 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.