Senna Prescribing at OAKESWELL HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
809
Total Quantity
38.8K
NHS Cost
£893
vs National Avg
+34.4%
OAKESWELL HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 809 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £893 to the NHS. This is 34.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 809 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,846 |
| Total NHS Cost | £893 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 809 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +34.4% 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.