Senna Prescribing at OTFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
468
Total Quantity
26.2K
NHS Cost
£608
vs National Avg
-22.2%
OTFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 468 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £608 to the NHS. This is 22.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 468 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,243 |
| Total NHS Cost | £608 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 468 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -22.2% 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.