Senna Prescribing at SANDWICH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
481
Total Quantity
24.1K
NHS Cost
£621
vs National Avg
-20.1%
SANDWICH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 481 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £621 to the NHS. This is 20.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 481 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,135 |
| Total NHS Cost | £621 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 481 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -20.1% 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.