Senna Prescribing at ORCHARD SURGERY,MELBOURN
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
914
Total Quantity
42.4K
NHS Cost
£942
vs National Avg
+51.9%
ORCHARD SURGERY,MELBOURN prescribed 914 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £942 to the NHS. This is 51.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 914 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,363 |
| Total NHS Cost | £942 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 914 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +51.9% 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.