Senna Prescribing at SHIFA MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
5,168
NHS Cost
£118
vs National Avg
-73.1%
SHIFA MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 162 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £118 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
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,168 |
| Total NHS Cost | £118 |
| Presentations | 1 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.