Senna Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
226
Total Quantity
5,496
NHS Cost
£191
vs National Avg
-62.4%
SHAKESPEARE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 226 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £191 to the NHS. This is 62.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 226 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £191 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -62.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 226 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -62.4% 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.