Senna Prescribing at SHEEPCOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
721
Total Quantity
27.0K
NHS Cost
£628
vs National Avg
+19.8%
SHEEPCOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 721 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £628 to the NHS. This is 19.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 721 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,044 |
| Total NHS Cost | £628 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 721 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +19.8% 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.