Senna Prescribing at NORTHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
898
Total Quantity
41.9K
NHS Cost
£996
vs National Avg
+49.2%
NORTHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 898 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £996 to the NHS. This is 49.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 898 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,854 |
| Total NHS Cost | £996 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 898 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +49.2% 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.