Senna Prescribing at PORTLAND ROAD PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
531
Total Quantity
17.9K
NHS Cost
£408
vs National Avg
-11.8%
PORTLAND ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 531 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £408 to the NHS. This is 11.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 531 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,853 |
| Total NHS Cost | £408 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -11.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 531 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -11.8% 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.