Senna Prescribing at NORTH STAFFS GP FEDERATION
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
68
Total Quantity
3,614
NHS Cost
£87
vs National Avg
-88.7%
NORTH STAFFS GP FEDERATION prescribed 68 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £87 to the NHS. This is 88.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 68 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,614 |
| Total NHS Cost | £87 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -88.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 68 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -88.7% 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.