Sennosides Prescribing at NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
145
Total Quantity
41.7K
NHS Cost
£812
vs National Avg
+369.5%
NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 145 items of Sennosides over the last 12 months at a cost of £812 to the NHS. This is 369.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Sennosides is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 145 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,665 |
| Total NHS Cost | £812 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +369.5% |
Sennosides Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 145 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +369.5% 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.