Senna Prescribing at NORTHGATE HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
616
Total Quantity
16.9K
NHS Cost
£495
vs National Avg
+2.4%
NORTHGATE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 616 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £495 to the NHS. This is 2.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 616 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,947 |
| Total NHS Cost | £495 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 616 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +2.4% 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.