Senna Prescribing at SAXONBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
787
Total Quantity
30.2K
NHS Cost
£737
vs National Avg
+30.8%
SAXONBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 787 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £737 to the NHS. This is 30.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 787 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,191 |
| Total NHS Cost | £737 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 787 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +30.8% 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.