Senna Prescribing at PEEL GPS
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
698
Total Quantity
37.3K
NHS Cost
£834
vs National Avg
+16%
PEEL GPS prescribed 698 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £834 to the NHS. This is 16% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 698 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,257 |
| Total NHS Cost | £834 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 698 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +16% vs national average |
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.