Senna Prescribing at PALLIATIVE CARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
203
Total Quantity
5,344
NHS Cost
£131
vs National Avg
-66.3%
PALLIATIVE CARE prescribed 203 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £131 to the NHS. This is 66.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 203 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,344 |
| Total NHS Cost | £131 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 203 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -66.3% 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.