Senna Prescribing at OLD TOWN SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
655
Total Quantity
26.2K
NHS Cost
£647
vs National Avg
+8.8%
OLD TOWN SURGERY prescribed 655 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £647 to the NHS. This is 8.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 655 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,194 |
| Total NHS Cost | £647 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 655 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +8.8% 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.