Senna Prescribing at NEWTOWN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
374
Total Quantity
28.8K
NHS Cost
£632
vs National Avg
-37.9%
NEWTOWN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 374 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £632 to the NHS. This is 37.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 374 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,767 |
| Total NHS Cost | £632 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 374 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -37.9% 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.