Senna Prescribing at OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
407
Total Quantity
21.5K
NHS Cost
£560
vs National Avg
-32.4%
OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES prescribed 407 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £560 to the NHS. This is 32.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 407 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,466 |
| Total NHS Cost | £560 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 407 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -32.4% 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.