Senna Prescribing at SHEFA MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
8,316
NHS Cost
£212
vs National Avg
-73.1%
SHEFA MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 162 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £212 to the NHS. This is 73.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,316 |
| Total NHS Cost | £212 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -73.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -73.1% 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.