Senna Prescribing at OAKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
757
Total Quantity
43.6K
NHS Cost
£964
vs National Avg
+25.8%
OAKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 757 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £964 to the NHS. This is 25.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 757 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,640 |
| Total NHS Cost | £964 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 757 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +25.8% 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.