Senna Prescribing at RIVERHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
541
Total Quantity
25.1K
NHS Cost
£596
vs National Avg
-10.1%
RIVERHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 541 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £596 to the NHS. This is 10.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,084 |
| Total NHS Cost | £596 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -10.1% 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.