Senna Prescribing at SILVERDALE FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
858
Total Quantity
32.8K
NHS Cost
£762
vs National Avg
+42.6%
SILVERDALE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 858 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £762 to the NHS. This is 42.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 858 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,808 |
| Total NHS Cost | £762 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 858 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +42.6% 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.