Senna Prescribing at NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
931
Total Quantity
47.0K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+54.7%
NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 931 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,085 to the NHS. This is 54.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 931 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,085 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 931 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +54.7% 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.