Senna Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE SEVEN DAY SERVICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
74
Total Quantity
4,012
NHS Cost
£83
vs National Avg
-87.7%
PRIMARY CARE SEVEN DAY SERVICE prescribed 74 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £83 to the NHS. This is 87.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 74 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,012 |
| Total NHS Cost | £83 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -87.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 74 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -87.7% 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.