Senna Prescribing at NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
130
Total Quantity
4,452
NHS Cost
£106
vs National Avg
-78.4%
NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 130 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £106 to the NHS. This is 78.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 130 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,452 |
| Total NHS Cost | £106 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -78.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 130 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -78.4% 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.