Senna Prescribing at PORTWAY FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
583
Total Quantity
34.0K
NHS Cost
£753
vs National Avg
-3.1%
PORTWAY FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 583 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £753 to the NHS. This is 3.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 583 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,996 |
| Total NHS Cost | £753 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -3.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 583 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -3.1% 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.