Senna Prescribing at SHIRLAND MEDICAL
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
541
Total Quantity
22.7K
NHS Cost
£519
vs National Avg
-10.1%
SHIRLAND MEDICAL prescribed 541 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £519 to the NHS. This is 10.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £519 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -10.1% 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.