Senna Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
711
Total Quantity
39.7K
NHS Cost
£871
vs National Avg
+18.1%
RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 711 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £871 to the NHS. This is 18.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 711 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,661 |
| Total NHS Cost | £871 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 711 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +18.1% 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.