Senna Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
248
Total Quantity
19.3K
NHS Cost
£416
vs National Avg
-58.8%
RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 248 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £416 to the NHS. This is 58.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 248 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,274 |
| Total NHS Cost | £416 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 248 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -58.8% 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.