Senna Prescribing at ONGAR HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
836
Total Quantity
51.0K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+38.9%
ONGAR HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 836 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,136 to the NHS. This is 38.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 836 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 50,978 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,136 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 836 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +38.9% 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.