Senna Prescribing at PRIMA CARE SURGERIES
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
647
Total Quantity
27.5K
NHS Cost
£642
vs National Avg
+7.5%
PRIMA CARE SURGERIES prescribed 647 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £642 to the NHS. This is 7.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 647 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,458 |
| Total NHS Cost | £642 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 647 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +7.5% 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.