Senna Prescribing at SEVERN VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
805
Total Quantity
41.1K
NHS Cost
£976
vs National Avg
+33.8%
SEVERN VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 805 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £976 to the NHS. This is 33.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 805 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,111 |
| Total NHS Cost | £976 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +33.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 805 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +33.8% 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.