Senna Prescribing at NORTH CROYDON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
806
Total Quantity
27.4K
NHS Cost
£655
vs National Avg
+33.9%
NORTH CROYDON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 806 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £655 to the NHS. This is 33.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 806 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,383 |
| Total NHS Cost | £655 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +33.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 806 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +33.9% 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.