Senna Prescribing at PORTLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
607
Total Quantity
37.8K
NHS Cost
£824
vs National Avg
+0.9%
PORTLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 607 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £824 to the NHS. This is 0.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 607 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,810 |
| Total NHS Cost | £824 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +0.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 607 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +0.9% 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.