Senna Prescribing at SHOTFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
956
Total Quantity
38.7K
NHS Cost
£864
vs National Avg
+58.9%
SHOTFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 956 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £864 to the NHS. This is 58.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
82
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 956 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,678 |
| Total NHS Cost | £864 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 956 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +58.9% 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.