Senna Prescribing at SEVERNSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
945
Total Quantity
25.9K
NHS Cost
£671
vs National Avg
+57%
SEVERNSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 945 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £671 to the NHS. This is 57% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 945 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,931 |
| Total NHS Cost | £671 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 945 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +57% 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.