Senna Prescribing at RINGWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
955
Total Quantity
39.5K
NHS Cost
£882
vs National Avg
+58.7%
RINGWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 955 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £882 to the NHS. This is 58.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 955 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,493 |
| Total NHS Cost | £882 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 955 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +58.7% 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.