Senna Prescribing at SAFFRON HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
706
Total Quantity
40.2K
NHS Cost
£919
vs National Avg
+17.3%
SAFFRON HEALTH PARTNERSHIP prescribed 706 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £919 to the NHS. This is 17.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 706 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,236 |
| Total NHS Cost | £919 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 706 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17.3% 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.