Senna Prescribing at OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
954
Total Quantity
39.9K
NHS Cost
£909
vs National Avg
+58.5%
OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 954 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £909 to the NHS. This is 58.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 954 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,901 |
| Total NHS Cost | £909 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 954 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +58.5% 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.